A 44-year-old male hospital client with a diagnosis of end-stage acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) has been placed on neutropenic precautions that limit his interaction with visitors, staff, and other clients
What is the underlying rationale for these precautions?
A)
His antibody-mediated immunity is compromised by his low production of neutrophils.
B)
Neutropenia limits the ability of his CD4 helper cells to present antigens.
C)
Insufficient levels of neutrophils make him particularly susceptible to infections.
D)
Cyclic neutropenia limits his body's ability to fight various infections.
Ans:
C
Feedback:
A decrease in the number of neutrophils places an individual at risk for infection. Neutrophils are not directly involved in the antibody-mediated immune process, and his neutropenia is infection related, not cyclic.
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