Mr.Wilkins is a 34-year-old paraplegic hospitalized for pneumonia.He has a history of recent surgery for appendicitis,and an incisional wound infection.He lives at home with his wife and 7-year-old twin sons.What factors place Mr.Wilkins at higher risk for sensory deprivation?

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Paraplegia places Mr. Wilkins at a higher risk for sensory deprivation. Sensory deprivation is the absence or reduction of stimuli or input to the senses, and paraplegia can limit or eliminate sensations from the lower body. The recent surgery, wound infection, and home care environment may contribute to other risks, but they are not directly related to sensory deprivation.

MrWilkins Is a 34-Year-Old Paraplegic Hospitalized for Pneumonia