The nurse is caring for an older adult client with active tuberculosis (TB) who has a negative TB skin test. The nurse understands that this phenomenon is due to:
A) prior exposure to TB producing antibody immunity.
B) hyperactivity of the immune system occurring with active TB (anergy) .
C) a diminished immune response due to changes in immunity occurring with age.
D) decreased immunity associated with treatment with immune-suppressive agents.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q6: The nurse is educating an older adult
Q7: The nurse is caring for a client
Q8: The nurse is caring for a client
Q9: The nurse is caring for a client
Q10: The nurse is caring for a client
Q12: The nurse is administering a tuberculin skin
Q13: The nurse is caring for a client
Q14: The nurse acts as a preceptor to
Q15: The nurse is caring for a client
Q16: The nurse is caring for a client
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents