Identify the Factors That Contribute to the Development of Nosocomial

question 10

Multiple Choice

Identify the factors that contribute to the development of nosocomial infections.

• A) Urinary tract or intravenous therapy catheterizations contribute to the development of nosocomial infections.
• B) Nosocomial infections occur with prolonged hospitalizations.
• C) High-risk patients with decreased immunoresistance (elderly, malnourished, burned, or immunosuppressed patients) are susceptible to nosocomial infections.
• D) All of these are correct.

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