Practice Question
A nurse is teaching about applying the National Patient Safety Goals to reduce health care-associated infections in clients. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Bath clients using a chlorhexidine solution.
Rationale:
Bath clients using a chlorhexidine solution is the correct option since it aligns with evidence-based practices outlined in the National Patient Safety Goals to reduce health care-associated infections . Chlorhexidine solution is effective in reducing skin microorganisms, lowering the risk of surgical site infections and bloodstream infections.
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