Nursing plays an important role in the care of patients at risk for septic shock. What can the nurse do to decrease a patient's risk of septic shock?
A) Provide prophylactic antibiotic coverage.
B) Use thorough hand washing techniques.
C) Cover all incisions.
D) Increase fluids.
Ans: B
Feedback: Thorough hand washing with soap and water remains the best way to break the chain of infection. In addition, intravenous lines, arterial and venous puncture sites, surgical incisions, traumatic wounds, urinary catheters, and pressure ulcers must be monitored for signs of infection in all patients.
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