5 Questions
What is necessary for the occurrence of infection according to the text?
Sufficient number of pathogens and low resistance of the patient
What is the nature of infection according to the text?
Infection is the invasion of a susceptible host by pathogenic microorganisms, resulting in disease.
What is colonization in relation to infection?
Colonization occurs when a microorganism invades the host but does not cause infection.
What is symptomatic infection according to the text?
If pathogens multiply and cause clinical signs and symptoms
What is the most important technique for preventing and controlling transmission of infection according to the text?
Hand hygiene
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of infection, including its definition, nature, chain, and factors predisposing to infection. It also explores nosocomial infection, host defenses against infection, and infection control methods.
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