Which of the following is not true regarding healthcare-associated infections?
A. These infections often involve the patient's urinary tract and surgical incisions.
B. Escherichia coli and staphylococci are common infectious agents.
C. Medical and surgical asepsis help lower their occurrence.
D. These infections are only transmitted by medical personnel.
E. The patient's resident biota can be the infectious agent.
Answer: D
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