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What are the possible causes of colonization by multiple organisms in hospital-acquired pneumonia?
What are the possible causes of colonization by multiple organisms in hospital-acquired pneumonia?
Colonization by multiple organisms in hospital-acquired pneumonia is due to overuse of antimicrobial agents.
What are the characteristics of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
What are the characteristics of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
Hospital-acquired pneumonia develops 48 hours or more after hospitalization. It is a subtype of health care-associated pneumonia. It has the potential for infection from many sources and has a high mortality rate. It is common with debilitated, dehydrated patients with minimal sputum production.
What are some common symptoms of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
What are some common symptoms of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
Common symptoms of hospital-acquired pneumonia include pleural effusion, high fever, and tachycardia.
Which of the following is a characteristic of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
Which of the following is a characteristic of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
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What is a subtype of health care–associated pneumonia?
What is a subtype of health care–associated pneumonia?
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Which of the following is a common symptom of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
Which of the following is a common symptom of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
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Which of the following is a potential cause of colonization by multiple organisms in hospital-acquired pneumonia?
Which of the following is a potential cause of colonization by multiple organisms in hospital-acquired pneumonia?
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Which of the following is a common symptom of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
Which of the following is a common symptom of hospital-acquired pneumonia?
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Which of the following patient characteristics is commonly associated with hospital-acquired pneumonia?
Which of the following patient characteristics is commonly associated with hospital-acquired pneumonia?
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