Peritonitis
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Question 11 :
A nurse is caring for a client with peritonitis and is reviewing the client's medical history. Which condition places the client at an increased risk of developing peritonitis?
Hypothyroidism is not a risk factor for peritonitis.
Chronic kidney disease can weaken the immune system and make the client more susceptible to infections such as peritonitis.
Migraine headaches are not a risk factor for peritonitis.
GERD is not a risk factor for peritonitis.
Correct Answer: B
Choice A reason:
Hypothyroidism is not a risk factor for peritonitis.
Choice B reason:
Chronic kidney disease can weaken the immune system and make the client more susceptible to infections such as peritonitis.
Choice C reason:
Migraine headaches are not a risk factor for peritonitis.
Choice D reason:
GERD is not a risk factor for peritonitis.