Definition

This term describes something that is related to or occurs in a hospital, often referring to infections that patients get while receiving treatment there.

Example

The patient developed a nosocomial infection during their stay at the hospital.

Conversation

Did you hear about the nosocomial infections at the hospital?

Yeah, that's really concerning!

I hope they can control the spread of those nosocomial cases soon.

Me too, it's so important for patient safety.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nosocomial → It is formed from "nosocomium" (from Latin, meaning hospital) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "nosocomial" refers to infections that are related to or originating in a hospital setting.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for hospital, 'nosocomium', to remember that 'nosocomial' refers to something related to hospitals.

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