An immunocompromised client will soon be discharged home following a kidney transplant. To reduce the client's risk of infection, the nurse should teach the client's family to do which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Ensure that their immunizations are up to date.
B) Disinfect hard surfaces with a saline solution.
C) Bathe daily and attend to the hygiene carefully.
D) Perform frequent, thorough handwashing.
E) Plan nutritious meals.
A, C, D, E
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Nutrition, immunizations, and thorough hygiene and handwashing can protect a susceptible individual from infection. Saline solution is not an effective disinfectant; diluted bleach should be used.
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