An older client asks the nurse what can be done to prevent a respiratory infection during the winter months. How should the nurse respond to this client? Select all that apply.

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Staying active with daily exercise, avoiding smoking and secondhand smoke, washing hands often and getting a flu vaccination, and eating a healthy diet while maintaining a normal weight are all measures that can help prevent respiratory infections by boosting the immune system and reducing exposure to pathogens. Asking a family member to perform shopping duties might reduce exposure to crowds but is not a direct preventive measure for respiratory infections and thus is not universally recommended as a health practice.

An Older Client Asks the Nurse What Can Be Done