Education and Training
Education and Training ( 7 Questions)
Which of the following is an example of a healthcare-associated infection that should be reported to the appropriate regulatory agencies?
Minor skin abrasions are not typically considered reportable healthcare-associated infections.
Asymptomatic urinary tract infections in non-catheterized patients may not necessarily require reporting.
Central line-associated bloodstream infections are considered serious healthcare-associated infections and should be reported to the appropriate regulatory agencies for surveillance and intervention.
Self-limiting viral upper respiratory infections are not typically considered reportable healthcare-associated infections.
Central line-associated bloodstream infections are considered serious healthcare-associated infections and should be reported to the appropriate regulatory agencies for surveillance and intervention.
Incorrect choices:
a. Minor skin abrasions are not typically considered reportable healthcare-associated infections.
b. Asymptomatic urinary tract infections in non-catheterized patients may not necessarily require reporting.
d. Self-limiting viral upper respiratory infections are not typically considered reportable healthcare-associated infections.