The Nurse Is Caring for a Postoperative Client with a Localized

question 31

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a postoperative client with a localized sinus infection.The most appropriate means by which the nurse can minimize the risk of this client developing a systemic infection is to:

• A) Adhere strictly to standard precaution techniques
• B) Dispense prescribed anti-infective medication as ordered
• C) Monitor the client regularly for exacerbation of the sinus infection
• D) Review lab work daily to determine the presence of increased white cell count

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