What is the term for infection acquired during a hospital stay?

Correct option is B

Ans. (b) Sol. A nosocomial infection (also known as a hospital-acquired infection, HAI) is an infection acquired during a hospital stay that was not present at the time of admission. These infections typically occur 48 hours or more after hospital admission and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi due to exposure to hospital environments, invasive procedures, or weakened immunity. Common nosocomial infections include urinary tract infections (UTIs), pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and surgical site infections.
Explanation of Other Options:
· (a) Surgical site infection: A type of nosocomial infection, but not all hospital-acquired infections are related to surgery.
· (c) Community-acquired infection: Infections that occur outside the hospital setting or before hospital admission.
· (d) Post-mortem infection: Not a recognized medical term, as infections do not progress after death.