Which Client Is most at Risk for Hospital-Acquired Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus

Which client is most at risk for hospital-acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) ?

A) 15-year-old student athlete in the emergency department with a fractured femur
B) 46-year-old with a large abdominal incision and 2 peripheral IV lines
C) 72-year-old who received a permanent pacemaker 24 hours ago
D) 80-year-old with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who is on a ventilator

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