A patient has a nursing diagnosis of infection, related to inadequate primary defenses, as evidenced by surgical incision and intravenous (IV) line access. An appropriate nursing intervention for this patient is to:

Require the use of a facemask by nursing staff when they are providing care.

Maintain "clean" technique in the change of wound dressing and IV site.

Assess and document skin condition around the incision and IV site at each shift.

Limit visitors to immediate family to decrease exposure to infection.