A nosocomial infection is
A) only a result of surgery.
B) always caused by medical personnel.
C) always present, but is inapparent at the time of hospitalization.
D) always caused by pathogenic bacteria.
E) acquired during the course of hospitalization.

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A nosocomial infection is acquired during the course of hospitalization. It can be caused by pathogenic bacteria or other microorganisms, and may not be apparent at the time of hospitalization. It is not necessarily a result of surgery or caused by medical personnel.

A Nosocomial Infection Is