Nosocomial Diseases Are Those That

question 18

Multiple Choice

Nosocomial diseases are those that

• A) result from natural aging, such as arthritis
• B) are passed from patient to patient in a health care setting
• C) are inherited, such as cystic fibrosis
• D) come from outside the body, such as trauma

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Definitions:

Social Assistance

Government programs designed to provide financial aid and support services to individuals and families in need.

Food Bank

A nonprofit organization that distributes food to those who have difficulty purchasing enough to avoid hunger.

Wage Gap

The disparity in income between different groups of people, often based on gender, race, or occupation.

Unpaid Work

Labor without financial compensation, including household chores, caregiving, and volunteer efforts, often unrecognized in economic analyses.