Systemic inflammatory response syndrome

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An adult client is admitted to the critical care unit with systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) as a result of a postburn infection. The client has a long line peripherally inserted IV catheter for fluid and medication administration and current vital signs include temperature 102.8°F (39.3°C., heart rate 108 beats/minute, respirations 32 breaths/minute. Which action should the nurse implement first?

Reference no: EM133721980

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