A client diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia is recovering from a bone marrow transplant. Which of the following nursing interventions would not be appropriate for this client?
1. Assess for reactions to anesthesia.
2. Assess vital signs.
3. Maintain isolation precautions.
4. Obtain a low-pressure mattress to prevent skin breakdown.
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The client having a bone marrow transplant does not receive anesthesia. Maintaining skin integrity, implementing isolation precautions, and monitoring vital signs are appropriate nursing measures for the client recovering from a bone marrow transplant.
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