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Which factor contributes to the increased risk of infection in newborns due to the need for invasive devices?
Which factor contributes to the increased risk of infection in newborns due to the need for invasive devices?
- Overcrowding in NICU
- Congenital anomalies (correct)
- Understaffing in NICU
- Prematurity
What effect does prematurity have on the risk of infection in newborns?
What effect does prematurity have on the risk of infection in newborns?
- Increases immune system efficiency
- Strengthens skin resistance
- Causes defective immune responses (correct)
- Improves chemotaxis and phagocytosis
How does the inadequate number and inappropriate placement of sinks in NICU affect healthcare workers (HCW)?
How does the inadequate number and inappropriate placement of sinks in NICU affect healthcare workers (HCW)?
- Makes it difficult for HCW to perform adequate hand washing (correct)
- Positively impacts infection control
- Reduces the need for hand hygiene
- Facilitates adequate hand washing
What is the recommended space requirement per patient station in a nursery design, excluding aisles and sinks?
What is the recommended space requirement per patient station in a nursery design, excluding aisles and sinks?
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How many air exchanges per hour are recommended for infection control in a nursery?
How many air exchanges per hour are recommended for infection control in a nursery?
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What type of isolation room is recommended for newborns with airborne infections?
What type of isolation room is recommended for newborns with airborne infections?
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For hand washing in a nursery, how many patients should be assigned to one sink?
For hand washing in a nursery, how many patients should be assigned to one sink?
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