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In terms of hand hygiene, which of the following statements is correct about infections in secondary care settings?
Healthcare-associated infections mainly occur in hospital settings
Cross infection of transient microorganisms from one patient to other patients rarely occurs in nursing homes
Healthcare-associated infections can occur in any setting where healthcare is delivered
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The correct statement regarding infections in secondary care settings is:
Healthcare-associated infections can occur in any setting where healthcare is delivered.
This statement accurately reflects the understanding that infections can arise in various healthcare environments, including hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient facilities, and more. While healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are common in hospital settings, they are not limited to them and can affect any area where healthcare services are provided.
Suggestions
- What are some common types of healthcare-associated infections?
- How can healthcare-associated infections be prevented in secondary care settings?
- Can you provide examples of outpatient facilities where healthcare-associated infections can occur?
- What are the consequences of healthcare-associated infections in secondary care settings?
- Are there specific populations that are more vulnerable to healthcare-associated infections in secondary care settings?
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