Which of the following is NOT true regarding hospital-acquired infections?
A) The incidence rate of HAI is at crisis level in United States hospitals.
B) The incidence rate of HAI has risen steadily over the last couple of decades,
C) HAIs are linked to the quality of care processes that patients receive and their hospital environment.
D) HAIs are linked to the preexisting severity of the patient's condition upon admission.

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This statement is not true. While a patient's preexisting condition may increase their susceptibility to infection, HAIs are not solely linked to the severity of their condition upon admission. Other factors such as patient care processes and hospital environment also play a significant role in the development of HAIs.

Which of the Following Is NOT True Regarding Hospital-Acquired Infections