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Understanding Healthcare-Associated Infections by emmahkimani938 is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Nosocomial infections, also known as healthcare-associated infections, occur in healthcare settings and are often acquired during hospital stays. In the U.S., approximately 2 million such infections occur annually, affecting 5-10% of hospitalized patients and leading to around 90,000 deaths, with significant economic impact. The main causes include high pathogen prevalence, compromised hosts, and transmission mechanisms, necessitating stringent prevention measures like hand hygiene and proper use of protect
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