The wife of an inpatient who is prescribed dexamethasone (Decadron) tells the nurse over the phone that she has developed a cold with a low-grade fever. What is the nurse's best advice at this time?
a. "If you come in to visit you must wear an isolation gown."
b. "Hospital rules do not allow visitors with colds or fevers for any patients."
c. "It would be best to speak with your husband by phone and stay home today."
d. "You must take care of yourself so that you can take care of your husband when he comes home."
C
Dexamethasone is a drug that also has an immunosuppression action. Patients taking this drug are at increased risk for infections and should avoid being exposed to any infection. The nurse must monitor patients receiving this drug for any signs of infection.
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