A patient with rheumatoid arthritis has been taking oral corticosteroids for 2 years. Which nursing action is most likely to detect early signs of infection in this patient?
A) Monitor white blood cell counts.
B) Check the skin for areas of redness.
C) Measure the temperature every 2 hours.
D) Ask about feelings of fatigue or malaise.
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