Which of the following is an important nursing consideration when a child is hospitalized for chelation therapy to treat lead poisoning?
a. Maintain bed rest.
b. Maintain isolation precautions.
c. Keep accurate record of intake and output.
d. Institute measures to prevent skeletal fracture.
Ans: c. Keep accurate record of intake and output.
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