The nurse understands that which set of vital signs most likely indicates infection?
A) T: 98.6 °F (37.0 °C), P: 75 beats/min, R: 18 breaths/min, BP 120/80 mm Hg
B) T: 99 °F (37.2 °C), P: 80 beats/min, R: 18 breaths/min, BP: 110/70 mm Hg
C) T: 100.5 °F (38 °C), P: 96 beats/min, R: 22 breaths/min, BP: 150/100 mm Hg
D) T: 98.9 °F (37.1 °C), P: 66 beats/min, R: 18 breaths/min, BP: 98/62 mm Hg

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With infection, temperature will rise and blood pressure will increase along with pulse and respiratory rate.

The Nurse Understands That Which Set of Vital Signs Most