An 80-year-old patient is concerned about contracting pneumonia.The nurse educates her that the key to prevention is:
A)early recognition of the symptoms.
B)being vaccinated per government guidelines
C)minimizing contact with the public during the winter months.
D)supplementing one's daily diet with various vitamin C sources.

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The key to pneumonia prevention is being appropriately vaccinated.All individuals should be vaccinated at age 65 unless they have conditions that lead them to earlier vaccination.Revaccination is indicated in certain circumstances.Signs and symptoms are subtle in the aging population.Minimizing contact during winter months is an appropriate suggestion,just not the best one.Vitamin C may have immune system benefits.

An 80-Year-Old Patient Is Concerned About Contracting Pneumonia