BS Nursing Epidemiology
nmdcat.online June 6, 2026

181. A regional hospital experiences a cluster of healthcare-associated bloodstream infections. What is the urgent epidemiological action?

A. Immediately close the intensive care unit.
B. Implement enhanced surveillance, review infection control practices, and investigate potential common sources like contaminated equipment or staff.
C. Only treat the infected patients with antibiotics.
D. Assume it is random chance.

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  • Immediately close the intensive care unit.
  • Implement enhanced surveillance, review infection control practices, and investigate potential common sources like contaminated equipment or staff.
  • Only treat the infected patients with antibiotics.
  • Assume it is random chance.

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