Which of the following are significant assessment findings of a patient with an infectious process occurring?
A) No history of previous infections
B) Wound bed red, surrounding skin pink
C) History of substance abuse
D) All immunizations completed
Ans: C
Feedback: A history of substance abuse may indicate a lowered level of infection resistance and possibly exposure to high-risk activities.
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