Asked by Ashley Hanley on Sep 30, 2024

The nurse determines that an older-adult patient is at risk for infection due to decreased immunity. Which plan of care best addresses the prevention of infection for the patient?

A) Inform the patient of the importance of finishing the entire dose of antibiotics.
B) Encourage the patient to stay up-to-date on all vaccinations.
C) Schedule patient to get annual tuberculosis skin testing.
D) Create an exercise routine to run 45 minutes every day.

Decreased Immunity

A reduction in the body's ability to fight infections and diseases, which can be caused by factors such as malnutrition, illness, or certain medications.

Vaccinations

Medical procedures that involve the administration of vaccines to stimulate the body's immune response against specific infectious diseases.

Tuberculosis Skin Testing

A method to test for tuberculosis exposure by injecting a small amount of testing fluid under the skin.

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