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.

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