5. Nosocomial infections can be caused by: a. Resident skin microorganisms that are not highly virulent b. Transient microorganisms on the hands of hospital personnel c. Both a and b d. None of the above

5. Nosocomial infections can be caused by: a. Resident skin microorganisms that are not highly virulent b. Transient microorganisms on the hands of hospital personnel c. Both a and b d. None of the above

Body Structures & Functions

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Chapter16: Infection Control And Standard Precautions

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6. Nosocomial infections can be caused by:
a. Resident skin microorganisms that are not highly
virulent
b. Transient microorganisms on the hands of hospital
personnel
c. Both a and b
d. None of the above

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