(1)
To determine:
The route, by which second child was infected with MRSA in the hospital.
Concept introduction:
MRSA refers to Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. It is a bacterial strain that causes infections in various body parts. As it is resistant to commonly used antibiotics, it is not easy to treat. Most of the infections caused by MRSA are mild, but some are life-threatening.
(2)
To determine:
The suggestions that hospital personnel should adopt to limit the transfer of MRSA and other bacteria among patients.
Concept introduction:
MRSA refers to Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. It is a bacterial strain that causes infections in various body parts. As it is resistant to commonly used antibiotics, it is not easy to treat. Most of the infections caused by MRSA are mild, but some are life-threatening.
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