A patient's relative asks the nurse what type of gift would be appropriate for a patient who has an absolute neutrophil count (ANC) of 600. What should the nurse suggest?
1. "Flavored bottled water would be a nice change for her.".
2. "Perhaps a fresh fruit basket would help to stimulate her appetite.".
3. "A beautiful potted plant would certainly cheer up her room.".
4. "She told me yesterday how much she would enjoy some sushi.".
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Rationale 1: An ANC of 600 is low; this patient is immunocompromised. Flavored water has been processed and is less likely to have contaminants that would infect the patient.
Rationale 2: An ANC of 600 is low; this patient is immunocompromised. Fresh fruit may harbor organisms that would increase the risk of infection and should be avoided.
Rationale 3: An ANC of 600 is low; this patient is immunocompromised. Plants may harbor organisms that would increase the risk of infection and should be avoided.
Rationale 4: An ANC of 600 is low; this patient is immunocompromised. Sushi may harbor organisms that would increase the risk of infection even if it does not contain raw fish.
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