A nosocomial infection is

A) Always present but inapparent at the time of hospitalization.
B) Always caused by medical personnel.
C) Acquired during the course of hospitalization.
D) Always caused by pathogenic bacteria.
E) Only a result of surgery.


C) Acquired during the course of hospitalization.

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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