All of the following is/are reservoirs of infection in a hospital setting EXCEPT
A) patient's normal microbiota.
B) other patients.
C) medical personnel.
D) visitors.
E) sterile surgical equipment.

Question

All of the following is/are reservoirs of infection in a hospital setting EXCEPT
A) patient's normal microbiota.
B) other patients.
C) medical personnel.
D) visitors.
E) sterile surgical equipment.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sterile surgical equipment should not be a reservoir of infection in a hospital setting as it is expected to be free of all microorganisms. In contrast, the other options listed can all potentially be reservoirs of infection in a hospital setting.

All of the Following Is/are Reservoirs of Infection in a Hospital