Preventing Nosocomial Infections in Hospitals
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How can nosocomial infections like MRSA spread among patients in hospitals?

  • Through food and water sources in hospitals
  • Through direct contact with infected individuals
  • Through airborne transmission
  • Through contaminated medical equipment (correct)

Which of the following is a vector that impacts patient flow and treatment options?

  • Room temperature
  • Vaccination status
  • Severity of illness (correct)
  • Hospital cleanliness

What are essential tools in preventing the spread of germs and diseases like hepatitis?

  • Homeopathy and acupuncture
  • Herbal remedies and essential oils
  • Chiropractic adjustments and massage therapy
  • Vaccines and sterile sanitizers (correct)

How can asymptomatic infections be spread among individuals?

<p>Via oral transmission or carriers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which complication can arise from certain infections mentioned in the text?

<p>Rashes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may be a sign of COPD exacerbation according to the information provided?

<p>Accelerated heart rate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pneumonia is one of the infections that does not require vigilant monitoring to prevent further transmission.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vaccines and sterile sanitizers are considered optional tools in preventing the spread of germs and diseases like hepatitis.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Asymptomatic infections cannot be spread through oral transmission or via carriers.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ischemic strokes are complications that can occur due to certain infections mentioned in the text.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rectal ointments and sublingual medications are mainly used for treating conditions related to the heart.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vomiting, diarrhea, and fistulas are medical conditions that can simplify rather than complicate treatments.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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