Health Care-Associated Infections (HAIs)are the Most Prevalent Hospital-Associated Infection

Health care-associated infections (HAIs) are the most prevalent hospital-associated infection.Which of the following evidence-informed 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 postoperatively.
C) Insert urinary catheter devices only when necessary and leave in only as long as necessary.
D) Administer prophylactic antibiotics 24 to 48 hours before the time of the incision.