Most surgical site infections are _______, which means they are caused by microorganisms found on the skin or in the body of the patient.

Surgical Site Infections

Infections that occur after surgery in the part of the body where the surgery took place, potentially causing significant complications.

Microorganisms

Tiny living organisms, often microscopic, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa, which can be beneficial or harmful.

Absorb the core principles of preventing infections, inclusive of tracking systems and the categorizing of surgical site infections (SSIs).

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Final Answer :

endogenous

Learning Objectives

Absorb the core principles of preventing infections, inclusive of tracking systems and the categorizing of surgical site infections (SSIs).