To Decrease the Risk of Infection Associated with the Introduction

question 5

Multiple Choice

To decrease the risk of infection associated with the introduction of bacteria from the TPN solution,the nurse will:

• A)change the dressing every 3 days.
• B)inspect the IV insertion site for redness.
• C)assess temperature daily.
• D)use a 0.22-micron inline filter.

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