The nurse is aware that infection is a significant consideration when providing care to an oncology patient. The leading cause of death in an oncology patient is infection caused by which of the following?
A) Malnutrition
B) Impaired skin integrity
C) Poor hygiene
D) Broken oral mucosa
Ans: B
Feedback: For oncology patients, infection is the leading cause of death due to impaired skin integrity and the suppression of bone marrow caused by many treatments for cancer.
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True False