You are working on the obstetric ward caring for a client who had an emergency caesarean 2 days ago. When you enter the room your client is complaining of being cold and achy. You complete a set of vital observations and note that your client is febrile and tachycardic.

You are due to take down the dressing and check the wound site and when you do, you observe that it is very red and hot to touch.

a) Name and explain the term associated with this type of infection. Your answer must contain details of the possible methods of transfer and be supported with examples.