The nurse is concerned that a patient receiving chemotherapy for cancer is at increased risk for developing an infection. What should the nurse include in this patient's plan of care?
A. Teach the patient to avoid crowds.
B. Limit intake of protein and vitamin C.
C. Encourage socialization with small children.
D. Contact physician with a temperature elevation.
Answer: A
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The nurse administering influenza vaccinations to a group of office workers would not offer the vaccine to a client who
a. has a history of asthma. b. is allergic to eggs. c. is allergic to sulfa drugs. d. takes amoxicillin for a bladder infection.
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What will be an ideal response?
A client was admitted with a gunshot wound sustained from a robbery. The nurse realizes that which of the following contributed to this client's injury?
1. Gunman's age of 45 2. Gunman's college education 3. Crime's suburban location 4. Gunman's unemployment