Multiple Choice
The nurse cares for an older adult who appears to be malnourished and short of breath and has an infection in a large wound on his coccyx. Which intervention is the nurse's priority?
A) Monitor temperature and leukocytes.
B) Provide assistance with meal planning.
C) Provide high-quality protein in the diet.
D) Maintain oxygen saturation above 95%.
Correct Answer:
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