Microbiology · practice question
A 44-year-old client in airborne isolation is being evaluated for nursing care related to reservoirs and modes of transmission. Assessment data include fever 101.8°F (38.8°C) with elevated WBC and bandemia. Which finding requires the nurse to intervene immediately?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
B. The new finding that fever 101.8°F (38.8°C) with elevated WBC and bandemia.
Why
Follow-up items test whether the nurse recognizes cues that are new, acute, or inconsistent with stability and need prompt nursing action.
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