A client is admitted with possible sepsis.Which action should the nurse perform first?

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Prior to administering antibiotics,the nurse obtains the ordered cultures.Broad-spectrum antibiotics will be administered until the culture and sensitivity results are known.Antipyretics are given if the client is uncomfortable; fever is a defense mechanism.Giving antipyretics does not take priority over obtaining cultures.The client may or may not need isolation.

A Client Is Admitted with Possible Sepsis