When planning care for a client, which intervention would be appropriate to reduce the risk of infection?
1. Assess vital signs only once daily.
2. Raise the temperature in the client's room.
3. Wash hands.
4. Wear a mask for all client care.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Assessing vital signs is important but should be taken more frequently than once daily.
Rationale 2: Raising the temperature in a client's room would contribute to the growth of microorganisms.
Rationale 3: Washing hands is always the first and best way to stop the spread of microorganisms, which cause infections.
Rationale 4: Wearing a mask for all clients is not practical and is unnecessary unless a microorganism is airborne and the client is in isolation.
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