Which nursing intervention is most important for a patient with leukopenia related to chemotherapy?
a. Observe for bruising or bleeding.
b. Ensure that staff members practice good hand washing.
c. Assist the patient with activities of daily living (ADLs).
d. Protect the patient from injury.
ANS: B
Leukopenia is low white blood cell count, which places the patient at risk for infection. Hand washing is the best defense against infection. Bruising and bleeding, and the resulting need for protection from injury, result from low platelet count. Patients with low red blood cell counts are often fatigued and need assistance with ADLs.
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