Which of the following are predisposing factors for Candida? Select all that apply
a. Tight clothing d. Deficient immune system
b. Moisture e. Antibiotic therapy
c. Obesity f. Anemia
B, D, E
Candida is a superficial mycotic infection of moist cutaneous sites. Predisposing factors include moisture, diabetes mellitus, antibiotic therapy, and deficiencies in systemic immunity.
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The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The client indicates that there is so much to understand at one time
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