The nurse is planning care for a patient at risk for developing an infection because of an interruption in the intestinal mucosa.Which patient history would the nurse evaluate as most likely to exacerbate this risk?
A)The patient has a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
B)The patient was hospitalized 2 months ago for congestive heart failure.
C)The patient was hospitalized for treatment of severe trauma sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
D)The patient has been treated for hypertension for the last 10 years.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Patients who have been hospitalized for severe trauma are at a higher risk for developing infections due to the nature of their injuries and the potential for disruption of the intestinal mucosa. Patients with diabetes, hypertension, and a history of congestive heart failure may be more prone to developing infections in general, but they do not necessarily have an increased risk specifically related to mucosal disruption.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for a Patient at Risk