Which of the Following Statements About Puerperal Sepsis Is FALSE

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about puerperal sepsis is FALSE?

• A) Its frequency of occurrence has decreased because of antibiotics and aseptic techniques.
• B) It is caused by health care personnel.
• C) It is a complication of abortion or childbirth.
• D) It begins as a focal infection.
• E) It is transmitted from mother to fetus.

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Definitions:

Target Cost Approach

A pricing method where the selling price is set first, and then the target cost is determined by subtracting a desired profit margin.

Markup

The amount added to the cost of goods to cover overhead and profit, determining the selling price.

Selling Price

The amount of money charged for a product or service, determined by adding a profit margin to the product cost.

Competition-Based Concept

A pricing strategy that sets prices based on what competitors charge for similar products or services.