Surgical site infections (SSIs) are the most prevalent hospital associated infection.Which of the following evidence-based practice guidelines is effective at reducing surgical site infections?

A) Remove all hair at the surgical site so it does not interfere with the surgical incision.
B) Maintain the patient's core temperature slightly hypothermic to reduce the risk of fever post-operatively.
C) Insert urinary catheter devices only when necessary and leave in only as long as necessary.
D) Administer prophylactic antibiotics 24 to 48 hours prior to the time of the incision.

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Jasmine Hudspeth · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Administer prophylactic antibiotics as close to incision time as possible (within 60 minutes preferred),but never greater than 24 hours prior to surgery.Hair should not be clipped unless absolutely necessary and if it must be clipped,an electric razor should be used.Patient's temperature should be kept normothermic at 36° C to 38° C.To prevent surgical site infections (SSIs),urinary catheter devices should be inserted only when necessary and left in only as long as necessary.

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