Who is primarily at risk for a candidiasis infection?

A) patients with cancer
B) patients with long hospital stays
C) patients confined to a bed
D) immunocompromised individuals who have underlying conditions such as cancer, diabetes mellitus, AIDS, or who are taking medication that suppresses the immune system
E) elderly patients


Answer: D

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