Multiple Choice
Which preventive actions by the nurse will help limit the development of systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) in patients admitted to the hospital (select all that apply) ?
A) Use aseptic technique when caring for invasive lines or devices.
B) Ambulate postoperative patients as soon as possible after surgery.
C) Remove indwelling urinary catheters as soon as possible after surgery.
D) Advocate for parenteral nutrition for patients who cannot take oral feedings.
E) Administer prescribed antibiotics within 1 hour for patients with possible sepsis.
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