Careful with wound care and infection protocol

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Maeve is an elderly resident of an assisted living facility. Although the nursing assistant is careful with wound care and infection protocol, Maeve still contracts a urinary tract infection that quickly becomes bacteremia. Maeve and other older residents of long-term care facilities are at risk for infections because they tend to: a. have more chronic health issues. b. feel pain more acutely. c. have stronger immune systems. d. have strong, tough skin.

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