Individuals of low socioeconomic status are at an increased risk for infection because of which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Uninsured or underinsured status
b. Easy access to health screenings
c. High cost of medications
d. Inadequate nutrition
e. Mostly female gender
ANS: A, C, D
Individuals of low socioeconomic status tend to be part of the underinsured or uninsured population. Lack of insurance decreases accessibility to health care in general and health screening services specifically. High costs of medication and nutritious food also make this population at higher risk for infection. Gender has not been shown to be an increased risk factor for infection in the lower socioeconomic population.
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