The nurse obtains a new,dry nebulizer when preparing to give an elderly asthmatic client a nebulizer treatment because the risk of infection is increased because:
A) The client's age increases the risk factor for potential infection
B) The client's immune system is compromised as a result of asthma
C) There is a potential presence of Pseudomonas organisms in the reservoir
D) There is a chance for microorganisms to enter the body via the respiratory system

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Pseudomonas organisms survive and multiply in nebulizer reservoirs used in the care of clients with respiratory problems.While the remaining options are correct,they are not the primary reason for getting a new,dry nebulizer.

The Nurse Obtains a New,dry Nebulizer When Preparing to Give