Where is a nosocomial infection located on the body?
A nosocomial infection, also known as a hospital-acquired infection (HAI), is an infection that a person acquires while receiving medical treatment in a hospital or other healthcare setting. These infections can occur at any site on the body, including:
- Urinary tract
- Lungs (pneumonia)
- Bloodstream (bacteremia)
- Surgical site
- Gastrointestinal tract
- Central nervous system
The type of infection and its location may vary depending on the underlying medical condition of the patient and the type of medical care being provided.