The nurse is caring for an older patient with a disease caused by a secondary immunodeficiency disorder. Which are secondary disorders? Select all that apply.
1. HIV
2. Cirrhosis
3. Medications
4. Malnutrition
5. Diabetes mellitus
2. Cirrhosis
3. Medications
4. Malnutrition
5. Diabetes mellitus
Explanation: 1. HIV is a primary immunodeficiency disorder.
2. Secondary immunodeficiency disorders are a consequence of other disorders or treatment regimens such as cirrhosis.
3. Secondary immunodeficiency disorders are a consequence of other disorders or treatment regimens. Many factors can lead to the development of secondary immunodeficiency disorders, including pharmacological factors from medications.
4. Secondary immunodeficiency disorders are a consequence of other disorders or treatment regimens. Many factors can lead to the development of secondary immunodeficiency disorders, including nutritional disorders such as malnutrition.
5. Secondary immunodeficiency disorders are a consequence of other disorders or treatment regimens such as diabetes mellitus.
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