What action would warrant intervention by the experienced RN regarding a new nurse's practice?

The action that would warrant intervention by the experienced RN is the obtaining of green drainage from a nasogastric tube for culture. It is crucial to ensure that the nurse understands the protocol for collecting specimens, including the appropriateness of the sample and the specific technique required to avoid contamination.

In clinical practice, drainage from a nasogastric tube may not always be indicative of a bacterial infection or suitable for culture without proper clinical judgment and guidance. If this fluid is contaminated or misidentified, it could lead to incorrect diagnoses or unwarranted treatments, which can compromise patient safety.

On the other hand, administering ceftriaxone early is typically within a reasonable window for antibiotic therapy, and placing a surgical mask on a patient with influenza is appropriate to prevent the spread of infection. Securing a Jackson-Pratt drain to the patient's gown is also standard practice to ensure the drain remains in a safe and accessible position. Each of these actions reflects common protocols in nursing practice and does not warrant intervention as they are aligned with patient management guidelines.