A patient with a compromised immune system is admitted to the hospital with an infection. Which of the following will most likely be done to help this patient?

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Utilizing isolation techniques will help protect the patient from further infection, which is especially important for someone with a compromised immune system. Discharging the patient early may not provide adequate medical care, and placing the patient in a semi-private room or respiratory isolation may not be sufficient to prevent further infection.

A Patient with a Compromised Immune System Is Admitted to the Hospital