Infection Prevention & Control Flashcards
1
Q
colonization is the presence of microorganisms in, or on, a host with growth and multiplication but without..
A
tissue invasion or damage
2
Q
community acquired infection is a localized or systemic condition that was _____ or incubating _____ to a hospital or other type of healthcare setting
A
present; on admission
3
Q
what is another name for community acquired infection?
A
present on admission
4
Q
healthcare associated infection is a localized or systemic condition that results from adverse reactions to the presence of an infectious agent(s) or its toxin(s) and that was _____ or incubating _____ to hospital
A
not present; on admission