A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with the guardian of a client who is neutropenic. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

A nurse reinforcing discharge teaching with the guardian of a client who is neutropenic should include the instruction to notify the provider if the child has a fever. A fever can be a sign of infection, which can be serious in a client who is neutropenic. The other options are not correct. A client who is neutropenic should avoid crowded places such as stores to reduce their risk of infection. The guardian should inspect the child's mouth daily, not weekly, for ulcers. A client who is neutropenic should avoid fresh fruits as they may carry bacteria that can cause infection.