Direct contact with pathogenic microorganisms is the most common cause of hospital-acquired infection. How might a dermal (skin) Staphylococcus infection of a staff member result in a urinary traction infection of a patient? Describe possible pathways of contamination during a normal workday.

Direct contact with pathogenic microorganisms is the most common cause of hospital-acquired infection. How might a dermal (skin) Staphylococcus infection of a staff member result in a urinary traction infection of a patient? Describe possible pathways of contamination during a normal workday.

Microbiology for Surgical Technologists (MindTap Course List)

2nd Edition

ISBN:9781111306663

Author:Margaret Rodriguez, Paul Price

Publisher:Margaret Rodriguez, Paul Price

Chapter18: Diseases Of The Skin And Internal Tissues

Section: Chapter Questions

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Wound infections

A wound is damaged or breaks in the surface of the skin. The wound is divided into two types, they are acute wound that includes minor cuts, laceration, bites, etc, and chronic wounds that can become slow to heal including ulcers on the legs and feet. Redness, pain, and swelling are signs of a wound.

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