A client has been diagnosed with a deficiency of complement proteins.Which assessment is the item of highest priority for the nurse to perform?

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The complement system attaches to viruses and bacteria so that they are more easily phagocytosed by white blood cells (WBCs).Without an effective complement system,the client is susceptible to bacterial and viral infections such as pneumonia.Pneumonia might manifest with abnormal lung sounds,productive cough,and decreased oxygen saturation.Joint stiffness and limited range of motion would suggest arthritis; enlarged lymph nodes and night sweats might indicate lymphoma; rhinorrhea and conjunctivitis might indicate seasonal allergies.

A Client Has Been Diagnosed with a Deficiency of Complement