A homeless client is being admitted to the acute medical-surgical unit in a hospital. The nurse predicts which of the following as health risks for this client? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Improper nutrition
2. Lack of social support
3. Sleep needs usually met
4. Increased susceptibility to infection
5. Poor personal hygiene
1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: Homeless clients often have a deficiency in one or more nutrients.
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