Opportunistic infections seen in patients with AIDS may increase the presence of malnutrition because of
A) further compromise of the immune system.
B) a reduction in available iron for the WBCs.
C) a reduction in RBCs, causing inadequate oxygenation of the tissues.
D) a decreased oncotic pressure in the intravascular space.
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