Which of the following individuals would be at the greatest risk for bacterial pneumonia? A. a 90-year-old grandmother B. a 30-year-old teacher C. a 45-year-old parent D. a 20-year-old college student
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90years old grandma would be at the greatest risk of bacterial pneumonia
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Answer: A. 90-year-old grandmother.
Bacterial pneumonia is a bacterial infection of lungs. In which bacteria causes the inflammation of the air sacs present in the lungs.The air sacs in this condition are filled by pus or fluid. It causes symptoms like coughing, fever and difficulty in breathing.
A 90 year old grandmother will be at high risk for bacterial pneumonia because in old age immune system does not function properly. The immune system of 90 year old grandmother will not able to fight against the pneumonia causing bacteria.
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