Which of these patients is suffering from a healthcare acquired infection?
A. An 18-year-old male patient who developed an intravenous line infection two days after insertion.
B. A 67-year-old female patient who was admitted with a urinary tract infection.
C. A 5-year-old pediatric patient who develops the measles rash 3 days after admission.
D. A 72-year-old male patient who is at risk for infection secondary to AIDS/HIV.
Answer:A
Which of these patients is suffering from a healthcare acquired infection?
A. An 18-year-old male patient who developed an intravenous line infection two days after insertion. B. A 67-year-old female patient who was admitted with a urinary tract infection. C. A 5-year-old pediatric patient who develops the measles rash 3 days after admission. D. A 72-year-old male patient who is at risk for infection secondary to AIDS/HIV.