A client's absolute neutrophil count (ANC) is 550/mm3 . What is the nurse's best action?
a. Use Standard Precautions.
b. Place the client on antibiotic therapy.
c. Place client on a low-sodium diet.
d. Administer chemotherapy.
A
The ANC is low. The client who has a low ANC is at risk of developing infection. The client would not need to be started on antibiotic therapy, and a low-salt diet would not help the client. Administering chemotherapy would further lower the ANC and would not be appropriate.
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