During data collection on a postoperative patient, which finding(s) are indicative of sepsis? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hyperactive bowel sounds
b. Hypertension
c. Increased capillary refill
d. Mental confusion
e. Hypotension
f. Tachycardia
ANS: D, E, F
There can be an increase in fever, elevated white blood cell count, decreased blood pressure, mental confusion, tachycardia, and shock with sepsis. Bowel sounds and capillary refill would be decreased.
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