After reviewing the history of a client with recurrent infection, the nurse finds that the client has impaired adaptive immunity. Which finding supports the nurse's conclusion?
1. The client has a T cell deficiency.
2. The client has a low platelet count.
3. The client has a low neutrophil count.
4. The client has an erythrocyte deficiency
Answer: 1. The client has a T cell deficiency.
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