NCLEX Question of the Day

July 11, 2025

Management of Care QID 947

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy and has a low white blood cell count. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

A:
Encourage frequent family visits to improve the client's morale.
B:
Take the client for a walk in the hospital garden for fresh air.
C:
Implement neutropenic precautions to reduce the risk of infection.
D:
Order a standard meal tray from the hospital cafeteria for the client.

Explanation

A client with a low white blood cell count is at increased risk for infection and should be placed on neutropenic precautions, which include measures to reduce exposure to pathogens. This may involve limiting visitors, avoiding exposure to plants and fresh flowers, and ensuring that food is well-cooked to reduce the risk of foodborne illness. Encouraging frequent visits, taking the client to the garden, and ordering standard meals without special precautions may increase the risk of infection.

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