The nurse should recognize which response is the immune system's reaction to a source of inflammation?

A. Serum blood glucose 185 mg/dL (10.2 mmol/L) (Incorrect): Although lower than the previous reading, it is still elevated, which can impair healing and increase the risk of infection recurrence.
B. Temperature 98.8°F (37.1°C) (Therapeutic Response): A return to a normal temperature indicates resolution of systemic infection. Fever is a sign of active infection, so its absence suggests improvement.
C. White blood cell count 11.2 x 10³/μL (11.2 x 10⁹/L) (Incorrect): This is slightly elevated, which may indicate residual inflammation or infection. A further decrease would be expected for full resolution.
D. Capillary refill greater than 3 seconds bilateral lower extremities (Incorrect): Delayed capillary refill suggests impaired circulation, which is not an indicator of a fully therapeutic response.
E. Bilateral lower extremities skin warm, dry, and pink (Therapeutic Response): Improved skin condition suggests reduced inflammation, better circulation, and healing of the cellulitis-affected area.
F. Pain 2 on a 0 to 10 pain scale, bilateral lower legs described as neuropathic (Therapeutic Response): Pain related to cellulitis typically improves with treatment. If the remaining pain is neuropathic, it suggests resolution of the acute infection.

A. Obtain at least 8 to 10 hours of sleep per night. Adequate sleep is important for overall health, but it is not a primary recommendation for cancer prevention. There is some evidence linking sleep disturbances to cancer risk, but maintaining a healthy weight and exercising have stronger associations with cancer prevention.
B. Refrain from alcohol. Limiting alcohol intake is recommended, but complete abstinence is not necessary for everyone. Moderate alcohol consumption is associated with an increased risk of certain cancers (e.g., breast, liver, esophageal), but maintaining a healthy weight and exercising have broader, more significant cancer prevention benefits.
C. Maintain a healthy weight and exercise regularly. Obesity and a sedentary lifestyle are major risk factors for multiple types of cancer, including breast, colon, and endometrial cancer. Regular physical activity reduces inflammation, improves immune function, and regulates hormones, all of which lower cancer risk.
D. Know the four warning signs of cancer. While recognizing cancer warning signs is important for early detection, prevention strategies are more effective in reducing overall cancer risk. There is no universally agreed-upon list of "four" warning signs, as different cancers present with different symptoms.