To decrease the risk of infection associated with the ...

[torybrooks]

To decrease the risk of infection associated with the introduction of bacteria from the TPN solution, the nurse will:
 
  1. change the dressing every 3 days.
  2. inspect the IV insertion site for redness.
  3. assess temperature daily.
  4. use a 0.22-micron inline filter.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client with a central venous catheter (CVC). To decrease the risk of infection, the nurse plans to change the dressing every _____ to 72 hours. Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Changing the dressing will not decrease the bacterial content of the TPN solution.
Rationale 2: Redness at the IV site can indicate a local site infection.
Rationale 3: Assessing for a change in temperature can indicate infection, but it will not reduce the risk of infection.
Rationale 4: A 0.22-micron inline filter is used to reduce introduction of bacteria from the TPN solution.
Global Rationale: A 0.22-micron inline filter is used to reduce introduction of bacteria from the TPN solution. The other interventions are standard, but do not prevent introduction of bacteria from the fluid. They are site related or are useful for early identification of infection.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 48
Rationale: The dressing should be changed routinely (every 48 to 72 hours, per institutional policy) or when it becomes soiled, wet, or loose.
Global Rationale: The dressing should be changed routinely (every 48 to 72 hours, per institutional policy) or when it becomes soiled, wet, or loose.

[torybrooks]

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[bdobbins]

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