What are the foci of the nursing assessment with a patient who is immunocompromised? (Mark all that apply.)
A) Appropriateness
B) Use of medicine
C) Nutritional status
D) General hygiene practices
E) Stress level
Ans: C, D, E
Feedback: Assessment focuses on nutritional status; stress level and coping skills; use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco; and general hygiene practices, all of which may affect immune function. Assessment does not focus on appropriateness or use of medicine.
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