185. A patient with severe sepsis is receiving continuous infusion of broad-spectrum antibiotics. The nurse observes the patient’s white blood cell count is still elevated. What is the critical clinical implication?
A.
Patient is recovering
B.
Persistent infection or inadequate antibiotic coverage, requiring further investigation
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C.
WBC is falsely elevated
D.
Patient needs more fluid
📖 Additional Information
Patient is recovering
Persistent infection or inadequate antibiotic coverage, requiring further investigation
