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What characterizes a surgical site infection (SSI)?
What characterizes a surgical site infection (SSI)?
When does a deep surgical wound infection occur?
When does a deep surgical wound infection occur?
What significantly affects the risk of infection for a surgical site?
What significantly affects the risk of infection for a surgical site?
Which type of wound is considered 'clean-contaminated'?
Which type of wound is considered 'clean-contaminated'?
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What percentage of operations fall under the 'clean' wound class?
What percentage of operations fall under the 'clean' wound class?
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What is the most common pathogen associated with surgical site infections?
What is the most common pathogen associated with surgical site infections?
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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?
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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?
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When should prophylactic preoperative antibiotics be administered?
When should prophylactic preoperative antibiotics be administered?
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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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