Asked by Lindsey Fortner on May 03, 2024
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Which of the following clients would be most at risk for a nosocomial infection?
A) A client in the emergency department with abdominal pain
B) A 19-year-old woman in her first trimester of pregnancy
C) A 72-year-old male client with COPD
D) An 86-year-old female client on steroid therapy
Nosocomial Infection
An infection acquired in a hospital or healthcare facility that was not present or incubating at the time of admission.
Steroid Therapy
A medical treatment involving the use of synthetic or natural steroid hormones to reduce inflammation and treat a variety of conditions.
Emergency Department
The area within a hospital geared towards providing immediate medical care to people with critical conditions.
- Pinpoint risk determinants and protective measures against infections linked to health care.
Verified Answer
AY
Ahmad YassineMay 05, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Clients who are on steroid therapy are at greater risk for developing a nosocomial infection due to the immunosuppressive effects of steroids. The other clients listed are not necessarily at higher risk for infection.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint risk determinants and protective measures against infections linked to health care.