A client has developed an infection that resulted in lymphangitis. What does the nurse suspect the causative organism is that caused the infection?
A) A streptococcal microorganism
B) A Staphylococcus microorganism
C) Escherichia coli
D) Candida albicans
A
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An infectious agent, commonly a streptococcal microorganism, usually causes both lymphangitis and lymphadenitis. It is not commonly caused by staph, E. coli, or C. albicans (a fungal infection).
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Which action directly addresses one of the Joint Commission 2015 Hospital National Safety Goals?
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