A client with a postoperative infection is afebrile but still receiving IV antibiotics.The nurse should realize that this client is receiving which level of prevention?
A)Primary
B)Secondary
C)Tertiary
D)Critical

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The client with a postoperative infection is already experiencing the disease or infection, making it a secondary level of prevention. Secondary prevention aims to detect and treat diseases early to prevent further progression, complications, or recurrence. The client is receiving IV antibiotics to treat the infection and prevent complications or further spread. Primary prevention aims to prevent the disease from occurring, while tertiary prevention aims to prevent complications and promote rehabilitation after the disease has occurred. Critical prevention is not a recognized level of prevention.

A Client with a Postoperative Infection Is Afebrile but Still