Which Preventive Actions by the Nurse Will Help Limit the Development

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which preventive actions by the nurse will help limit the development of systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) in patients admitted to the hospital ?

• A) Use aseptic technique when caring for invasive lines or devices.
• B) Ambulate postoperative patients as soon as possible after surgery.
• C) Remove indwelling urinary catheters as soon as possible after surgery.
• D) Advocate for parenteral nutrition for patients who cannot take oral feedings.
• E) Administer prescribed antibiotics within 1 hour for patients with possible sepsis.

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