Nosocomial Infections

question 61

Multiple Choice

Nosocomial infections

• A) are least likely to affect the elderly.
• B) occur even when strict handwashing and sterilization of equipment guidelines are practiced.
• C) are the fourth leading cause of death in Canada.
• D) have been reported in Ontario only.
• E) are infections that result from exposure to disease in the hospital setting.

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Response

An automatic, natural response to a stimulus that occurs without prior learning or conditioning.

Conditioned Stimulus

A previously neutral stimulus that, after being paired with an unconditioned stimulus, elicits a conditioned response.

Unlearned Reaction

A natural, instinctive response to a stimulus that occurs without the need for prior learning or experience.

Reflexive Reaction

An automatic, involuntary response to a stimulus.