Where are most uncomplicated UTIs acquired?
A) Hospital
B) Community
C) Through sexual intercourse
D) Nosocomial
Ans: B
Feedback: Most uncomplicated UTIs are community-acquired. Hospital acquired and nosocomial are the same thing, so options A and D are incorrect. Some, but not most, UTIs can be acquired through sexual intercourse.
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