An infection control committee investigates hospital-acquired infections and seeks to prevent or control them

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

ANS: T
The infection control committee investigates hospital-acquired (formerly referred to as nosocomial) infections (HAIs) and seeks to prevent or control them. A health care facility has a moral duty to provide a safe environment for its patients. The infection control committee aids the hospital in fulfilling this duty. Surveillance personnel assist in directing infection control policies, procedures, and practices.

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