A patient with acute myeloid leukemia requires neutropenic precautions. Upon inspection of his dinner tray, the nurse determines that which of the following foods should be removed from the tray due to the neutropenic precautions?
A) Mashed potatoes
B) Baked chicken
C) Lettuce and tomato salad
D) Jell-O with whipped cream
Ans: C
Feedback: The patient requiring neutropenic precautions should receive a low microbial diet. Fresh salads and unpeeled fresh fruits or vegetables should be avoided.
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