The nurse caring for a cognitively impaired older adult admitted to an acute care facility best minimizes this particular patient's risk for developing a nosocomial infection by:

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Poor nutrition can contribute to a patient's risks for developing a nosocomial infection,particularly among the older immunocompromised population.Many of the cognitively impaired older adults are already malnourished,so improving nutrition is a priority.Hand washing should occur before and after patient contact.A private room is not necessary.Screening visitors is not the best option;good nutrition will improve the patient's immune status,although obviously ill visitors should not visit.

The Nurse Caring for a Cognitively Impaired Older Adult Admitted