There is an increased risk in using immunologic agents in people with compromised immune status. Of the following, who is at risk for a compromised immune status?
1. A postal worker
2. A college student
3. A neonate
4. A pilot
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There is an increased risk in using immunologic agents in any person with a compromised immune status; for example, neonates, older adult patients, and patients on immunosuppressive therapy.
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1. Removing the stylet prior to inserting the tube into the client's nose 2. Measuring from the tip of the client's nose to the xiphoid process to determine length of tube to be inserted 3. Checking the nares for patency prior to passing the catheter 4. Applying sterile gloves before beginning the procedure
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A) Pathology B) Epidemiology C) Immunology D) Sociology