Neutropenia

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What neutrophil count classifies as neutropenia?

Less than 2,000
Less than 2,500
Less than 1,500 (correct)
Less than 1,000

When should blood cultures be obtained for a client with neutropenia and signs of infection?

Only if the infection worsens
After the initiation of antibiotics
Before the initiation of antibiotics (correct)
At any time during treatment

What is the primary reason scatter rugs should not be used at the bottom of the stairs for elderly safety?

They are not aesthetically pleasing
They are difficult to clean
They reduce traction (correct)
They are expensive

Why should a smoke detector have a functioning battery?

To ensure it functions in case of fire (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why should a rug not cover an extension or electrical cord?

To prevent tripping hazards (C) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following safety interventions for elderly at home with their corresponding reasons:

Do not use scatter rugs at the bottom of the stairs = Reduces traction and may cause falls Ensure smoke detector has a functioning battery = To detect smoke and fire hazards Do not cover extension cord with a rug = To prevent fire risk Obtain blood cultures for neutropenic client with signs of infection = To determine presence of bacteremia Signup and view all the answers

Match the following factors with the potential causes of neutropenia:

Medications = Cause of neutropenia Disease = Cause of neutropenia Congenital causes = Cause of neutropenia Meticulous hand hygiene by nurse = Cornerstone of neutropenic precautions Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions with the corresponding safety hazards for the elderly at home:

Scatter rugs at the bottom of the stairs = Reduces traction and may cause falls Smoke detector present without a battery = Unable to detect smoke and fire hazards Extension cord covered with a rug = Increases fire risk Safety for Elderly at Home that needs Intervention = General concept addressed in the text Signup and view all the answers

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