The client was admitted for observation after reporting increasing fatigue, dyspnea, malaise, and a fever of 102oF (38.8oC). The client is currently being treated with doxorubicin for uterine sarcoma. The initial diagnostic testing revealed pneumonia and neutropenia.
- Admit for observation
- Regular diet
- Acetaminophen 500 mg PO q 4 hours PRN fever/pain
- Start peripheral vascular access
- 100 mL/hr of normal saline
- Continue all home medications
➢ Complete the following sentences by choosing from the list of options
The nurse recognizes that this client is at increased risk for developing [systemic infection / chronic renal failure / sickle cell anemia] therefore, the nurse should implement neutropenic precautions which involves [washing hands frequently. / wearing sterile gloves for client care. / performing frequent oral care.] Considering the client has a fever, the nurse anticipates an order for [obtaining arterial blood gas. / 24-hour urine collection. / collecting blood cultures.]
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