The nurse is assessing an older adult client who is recovering following a cholecystectomy. Which factor would increase this client's susceptibility to infection?
A) Intact mucous membranes
B) Surgical incision
C) Dry skin
D) Active bowel sounds
Answer: B
Certain factors will increase a client's susceptibility to microorganism growth and infection. This client is 80 years old and has a surgical incision, so the first line of defense, the skin, is not intact. Active bowel sounds, dry skin, and intact mucous membranes are factors that help defend the body against infection.
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