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To keep a neutropenic client safe what are the precautions for the room in which they stay? |
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Definition
*Private room when possible to prevent cross-contamination
*Ensure client's room and bathroom-cleaned at least once a day
*Supplies only used on neutropenic pt
*Limit # of health care personel entering room |
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How often should you monitor V/S for a neutropenic Pt and open areas such as an IV site?
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Definition
(4 Hrs)
for both V/S-(note minor temp elevation) and IV sites
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How often should you check the Mouth, client's Skin, and Mucous Membranes for pressence of fissures and abscesses on a
Neutropenic Pt? |
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Definition
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T or F
You should use strict (sterile) technique for all invasive procedures for a Neutropenic Pt? |
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Definition
False
Strict Aseptic Technique |
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What should you change daily on a Neutropenic Pt? |
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Definition
Wound dressings and IV tubing daily |
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As a Nurse, should you assist cough and deep breathing exercises with a
Neutropenic Pt.? |
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Definition
Yes, also Encourage activity |
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What Blood count is crucial to check daily in a Neutropenic Pt? |
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Definition
The WBC count and especially the absolute neutrophil count (daily) |
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What foods should be avoided for a Neutropenic Pt? |
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Definition
Eat a low bacteria Diet (Avoid salads, fresh fruit and vegetbles, and undercooked meat, pepper, paprika) |
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| Who and what should be kept out of the room for a Neutropenic Pt? |
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Definition
*Limit visitors to healthy adults
*Keep fresh flowers and potted plants out of the clients' room |
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Why is it important to note minor temp elevations in a Neutropenic Pt.? |
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