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What characterizes a surgical site infection (SSI)?
What characterizes a surgical site infection (SSI)?
- Infection involving the skin, subcutaneous tissue, or muscle below fascia (correct)
- Infection with drainage of any consistency from the surgical site
- Infection occurring within 60 days of surgery
- Infection with fever and tenderness at the surgical site
When does a deep surgical wound infection occur?
When does a deep surgical wound infection occur?
- Within 60 days after surgery if an implant is present
- Within 1 year after surgery if no implant present
- Within 30 days after surgery if no implant present (correct)
- Within 30 days after surgery regardless of implant presence
What significantly affects the risk of infection for a surgical site?
What significantly affects the risk of infection for a surgical site?
- Blood type of the patient
- Type of anesthesia used during surgery
- Number of visitors allowed in the recovery room
- Length of time tissues are exposed during the operation (correct)
Which type of wound is considered 'clean-contaminated'?
Which type of wound is considered 'clean-contaminated'?
What percentage of operations fall under the 'clean' wound class?
What percentage of operations fall under the 'clean' wound class?
What is the most common pathogen associated with surgical site infections?
What is the most common pathogen associated with surgical site infections?
Which factor is NOT listed as a risk factor for surgical site infections?
Which factor is NOT listed as a risk factor for surgical site infections?
What is the recommended approach for preventing surgical site infections related to hair removal?
What is the recommended approach for preventing surgical site infections related to hair removal?
When should prophylactic preoperative antibiotics be administered?
When should prophylactic preoperative antibiotics be administered?
What is the recommended approach for antibiotic therapy if the organism causing the surgical site infection (SSI) has been identified?
What is the recommended approach for antibiotic therapy if the organism causing the surgical site infection (SSI) has been identified?
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