The nurse has instituted a process improvement project to reduce the number of central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) in the intensive care unit. During the first month after instituting the process change, the incidence of CLABSIs dropped from 8 the previous month to 2 for the month. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

The nurse is preparing to start an intravenous catheter on an adult patient at risk for severe dehydration. The patient adamantly refuses the procedure despite thorough explanation. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

A mass casualty incident has occurred and the charge nurse must make beds available in the intensive care unit for incoming victims. Which patients can be safely downgraded to the floor? Select all that apply.