Which hospitalized patient is most at risk for developing a helthcare-associated infection?
a. Mr. Y, a 60 year old patient who smokes two packs of cigarettes daily
b. Mrs. J, a 40 year old patient who has a white blood cell count of 6,000/mm3
c. Mr. L, a 65 year old patient who has indwelling urinary catheter in place
d. Mrs. M, a 60 yaer old patient who is a vegetarian and slightly underweight
Ans: c. Mr. L, a 65 year old patient who has indwelling urinary catheter in place
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