Nursing Sources of infecting microorganisms vary. Briefly describe with the help of an example how the following sources of microorganisms cause infection. Persons who are carriers, e.g. asymptomatic carriers: Persons in the incubation phase of the disease: People who are acutely ill:

Nursing Sources of infecting microorganisms vary. Briefly describe with the help of an example how the following sources of microorganisms cause infection. Persons who are carriers, e.g. asymptomatic carriers: Persons in the incubation phase of the disease: People who are acutely ill:

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter21: Infection Control And Medical Asepsis

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Nursing
Sources of infecting microorganisms vary.
Briefly describe with the help of an example
how the following sources of
microorganisms cause infection.
Persons who are carriers, e.g.
asymptomatic carriers:
Persons in the incubation phase of the
disease:
People who are acutely ill:

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