Illnesses Cause by HCAIs Copy

Infection of the lungs, trachea, or bronchi. Most serious type is pneumonia.

Likely to occur in patients who have a urinary catheter and older patients, especially those who are dehydrated

Infections of the wound that occur at the surgical site procedure. Many are minor, but others may be serious or even life-threatening, resulting in further surgery or prolonged treatment.

Occurs when vital areas of the body become inflamed due to a severe infection. When not treated quickly, can lead to multiple organ failure and death.

Commonly caused due to C.difficile or norovirus.

Can be serious or even fatal, typically occurring due to infection at another site in the both, or may be introduced through an intravenous catheter or line.

The cause of these infections is not known.

Occur when germs get into the tissues, typically as a result of invasive procedures or where the skin has been damaged, such as a pressure sore or leg ulcer.

Infection of the upper respiratory tract and eyes

Difficult to treat infection of the bones and joints