Nursing
diagnosis
Risk for infection (00004) evidenced by inadequate primary defenses (immature immune system, broken skin/
open surgical wound and altered peristalsis), inadequate secondary defenses (decreased hemoglobin), increased
environmental exposure to pathogens, multiple invasive procedures
Nursing
interventions
Infection control (6540)
Infection protection (6550)
Nursing
activities
Do the observance of universal precautions
Ensure appropriate wound care technique
Monitor for systemic and localized signs and symptoms
of infection
Inspect condition of any surgical incision/wound
Ensure aseptic handling of all IV lines
Obtain cultures, as needed
Monitor absolute granulocyte count, WBC count, and
differential results