The nurse is aware that patients with bronchiectasis often have an underlying medical condition that increases the chance for infection. What are some of these medical conditions? (Select all that apply.)
A) Rheumatoid arthritis
B) AIDS
C) Diabetes mellitus
D) Hydrocephalus
E) Organ transplant patient
A, B, E
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Patients with bronchiectasis often have an underlying medical condition that makes them more susceptible to infections. These underlying medical conditions include immune suppression, which would include patients who have had organ transplants and are receiving antirejection medication. Other conditions include acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and chronic inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Diabetes mellitus and hydrocephalus do not fit into these categories.
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