Question

View Available Hint(s) Which of the following statements regarding infections involving biofilms is FALSE? The majority of hospital-acquired infections (nosocomial infections) are related to biofilms. It is estimated that nearly 70% of all infections are caused by biofilms. Microbes in biofilms are more resistant to antimicrobials than are independent organisms. There is no way to prevent biofilms from developing on surfaces.

Answer 1

Answer:

False: There is no way to prevent biofilms from developing on surfaces

Explanation:

The use of chemicals are the predominate way of preventing the formation of biofilms. They prevent formation by interfering with the attachment and expansion of immature biofilms on surfaces.