A nosocomial infection is an
A) infection acquired at a large gathering.
B) upper respiratory infection.
C) infection acquired in a hospital.
D) infection obtained through a physician's physical examination.

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A nosocomial infection is an infection that is acquired in a hospital or other healthcare facility. This type of infection is often caused by bacteria, viruses, or other germs that are present in the hospital environment, and can be spread from patient to patient, or from healthcare worker to patient.

A Nosocomial Infection Is an