Mr. Lao is a patient with cancer who developed neutropenia several days ago and has consequently been placed in a single-bed room that has positive pressure
Mr. Lao's daughter has just come to visit her father after arriving from her home in another state and has asked you for his room number. You notice that Mr. Lao's daughter has reddened eyes, sniffles, and a dry cough. What instruction should you provide to Mr. Lao's daughter?
A) "Even though it might be difficult, it's best for your father's health if you get well before visiting him in person, since he's so vulnerable right now."
B) "Your father is extremely vulnerable to infections right now, so I'm going to ask you to make sure you wear a gown when you go into his room."
C) "Your father is under neutropenic precautions right now so you're not allowed to visit him."
D) "It's very important that you wash your hands thoroughly before you enter your father's room and as soon as you come out."
A
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