What is false about purple urine bag syndrome?
occurs due to the interaction between the chemical components of the urine and polyvinyl chloride material in the urine bag
it is commonly symptomless
more common in female nursing home residents
commonly implicated bacteria are K. pneumoniae, P. mirabilis, E. coli
Correct Answer :
A. occurs due to the interaction between the chemical components of the urine and polyvinyl chloride material in the urine bag
it is caused by the indicated bacteria.
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