A Nosocomial Infection Is One Which Is

question 19

Multiple Choice

A nosocomial infection is one which is

• A)caused by the normal microbiota of the nose.
• B)incubating in a patient at the time of their admission to hospital.
• C)acquired while in a healthcare facility.
• D)present in a patient at the time of hospitalisation.
• E)readily treated with antibiotics.

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Demand Curve

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