An Infection That Is Contracted During a Hospitalization Is Called

question 57

Multiple Choice

An infection that is contracted during a hospitalization is called:

• A) idiopathic.
• B) autoimmune.
• C) communicable.
• D) nosocomial.

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Definitions:

Long Bones

Bones that are longer than they are wide, serving as major supports for the body and facilitating movement, such as the femur and tibia.

Shock Absorbers

Devices designed to absorb and damp shock impulses, often used in vehicle suspension systems.

Nucleus Pulposus

The gel-like inner core of an intervertebral disc, which helps absorb shock and maintain flexibility of the spine.

Intervertebral Disks

The cartilaginous pads located between the vertebrae in the spine, acting as shock absorbers.