Which of the Following Clients Is at Greatest Risk for Acquiring

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following clients is at greatest risk for acquiring an infection?

• A) A 56-year-old with a urinary catheter 2 days after prostatectomy
• B) A 27-year-old diagnosed with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
• C) A 43-year-old who is 3 days post appendectomy and is currently afebrile
• D) A 16-year-old with a compound fractured femur as a result of a bike accident

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Definitions:

Spinal Cord Injury

Damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spinal canal, often causing permanent changes in strength, sensation, and other body functions below the site of the injury.

Transfer Board

A device used to aid individuals in moving from one position or surface to another, promoting independence and safety.

Immobility

A state or condition where movement is restricted or limited, often resulting in muscle weakness, joint stiffness, and other health complications.

Bowel Movement

The act of excreting waste materials from the large intestine through the anus.