2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Practice Question
An elderly client presents to the physician's office with symptoms of a respiratory infection. Which of the following risk factors increases the client's susceptibility to pneumonia? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, E, F
Rationale: Smoking and alcohol impair immune defenses, a decreased cough force reduces mucus clearance, and deteriorating cilia hinder pathogen removal, all increasing pneumonia risk.
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