Question

healthcare associated infections are often associated with:
□ routine blood collection
□ routine use of needles
□ surgical site infection
□ devices used during medical procedures

Explanation:

Healthcare - associated infections (HAIs) are infections acquired in healthcare settings. Surgical site infections occur after surgical procedures in healthcare facilities. Devices used during medical procedures (like catheters, ventilators) can harbor pathogens leading to HAIs. Routine blood collection and needle use, if done with proper aseptic technique, are less likely to be associated with HAIs compared to surgical sites and medical devices used in procedures.

Answer:

C. surgical site infection, D. devices used during medical procedures