A nurse is assisting with the care of a newly-admitted client who has acute osteomyelitis. Which of the following interventions is the priority for the nurse to implement?

A. Prompt initiation of appropriate antibiotics is essential to prevent the spread of infection, alleviate symptoms, and promote healing. B. Surgical debridement of necrotic tissue is often necessary for treating acute osteomyelitis, especially if there is extensive tissue damage or the formation of abscesses. Surgical intervention aims to remove infected and dead tissue, reduce bacterial load, and promote wound healing. C. Antipyretic therapy, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, may be administered to reduce fever and alleviate associated symptoms in clients with acute osteomyelitis. While fever management is important for comfort and overall well-being, it may not be the immediate priority unless the fever is high or causing significant distress. D. Adequate nutrition and hydration support immune function, tissue repair, and overall recovery. However, while important for long-term management, optimizing nutrition and hydration may not be the immediate priority unless the client is severely malnourished or dehydrated.