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An Older Female Adult Has a Wound Infection Five Days

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An older female adult has a wound infection five days after having undergone a below-the-knee amputation brought about by diabetes mellitus. What is the nurse's priority intervention to prevent cognitive dysfunction and postoperative complications in this older adult?


A) Remove invasive devices as soon as possible.
B) Minimize administration of opioid analgesics.
C) Allow for self-care and independent activities.
D) Administer short-acting benzodiazepines as needed (PRN) .

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