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1.*Factors that may contribute to the predisposition of the elderly to infections to include impaired immune functions, anatomic and functional changes and degree of exposure to infections.
*The range of respiratory infections that presents serious risk for elderly is great such as pneumonia, influenza, tuberculosis and nosocomial infections.
2.*Avoid smoking. (smoking is major risk factor of respiratory infections)
*Vaccination against illness such as influenza and pneumonia may strengthen the older adults.
*Be allert to recognise the symptoms of respiratory infections such as high fever, chills, trouble breathing, tiredness, weakness, persistent cough, pain in the chest and abdomen.
*Promote good health habits for disease resistance - maintain excellent hygiene can strengthen the body's defence against respiratory tract infections
*Provide nutritional diet.
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