You are caring for a client with a stage IV leg ulcer. You are closely monitoring the client for sepsis. What would indicate that sepsis has occurred and that you should notify the physician of immediately?

You are caring for a client with a stage IV leg ulcer. You are closely monitoring the client for sepsis. What would indicate that sepsis has occurred and that you should notify the physician of immediately?



a) The client exhibits an increased urinary output.

b) The client's heart rate is greater than 90 beats per minute.

c) The client's respiratory rate is less than 20 breaths per minute.

d) The client feels restless and hungry.



Answer: B


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