Which Health-Care Environments Are Particularly Prone to Incidents of Increased

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Short Answer

Which health-care environments are particularly prone to incidents of increased health-care-associated infections? ____________________

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Definitions:

Medical Innovation

The development of new or improved medical treatments, devices, or procedures that enhance patient care and outcomes.

Pneumonia And Influenza

A group of respiratory conditions where pneumonia involves lung inflammation usually caused by infection, and influenza is a viral infection affecting the nose, throat, and sometimes lungs.

Low Birth Weight

A term used for babies born weighing less than 2,500 grams (5 pounds, 8 ounces), which may increase the risk of infant mortality and developmental problems.

Mortality Risk

The probability of death from any cause within a given time period, often used in studying and managing health risks.