The nurse is instructing clients receiving chemotherapy how to prevent secondary infections. Which of the following is a recommended guideline?
A) Use a razor blade to shave instead of an electric razor.
B) When taking temperature, use a rectal thermometer.
C) If laxatives are needed, administer via a suppository.
D) Avoid outpatient treatment centers.
D
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The nurse should inform clients that they should avoid persons and places that present increased risks for infection (e.g., outpatient treatment centers). The client should shave with an electric razor to avoid injuring the skin, and avoid taking a rectal temperature or using a suppository because these could injure delicate tissue.
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