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    ATI RN Paediatrics Nursing Proctored Exam 2023

    A nurse is planning care for a preschooler who has neutropenia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Administering vaccines is not recommended during periods of neutropenia, as the child’s immune system is suppressed. B. Neutropenia significantly reduces the child’s ability to fight infection, and consuming raw fruits and vegetables increases the risk of foodborne infections. Cooked foods are safer. C. Bathing every other day is not sufficient. Daily bathing is necessary to maintain hygiene and reduce the risk of infections. D. A rectal temperature is not recommended for a child with neutropenia because it increases the risk of infection; an oral or axillary temperature is preferable.

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