Question

The nurse in the Medical oncology clinic is assessing a client who is undergoing chemotherapy. The nurse obtained an oral temp of 102 degrees. which statement by the nurse indicates an understanding of the clients' condition?

A. Since the client is feeling "ok" there is no further intervention
B. A temp of 102 is an expected finding after chemotherapy
C. Cal the MD to obtain an order of Tylenol as soon as possible
D. The client is post chemo and at risk for neutropenia fever. This is an emergency and requires stat ABX or hospitalization

Answer 1

The correct statement by the nurse that indicates an understanding of the client's condition undergoing chemotherapy is option D, recognizing the high fever as an emergency related to neutropenia that requires immediate antibiotic treatment or hospitalization.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse in a Medical oncology clinic correctly understanding the client's condition would make the statement corresponding to option D, "The client is post chemo and at risk for neutropenia fever. This is an emergency and requires stat ABX or hospitalization." Patients undergoing chemotherapy are at a higher risk of neutropenia, a condition where there are too few neutrophils (a type of white blood cell) in the blood. This condition weakens the immune system, making it difficult for the body to fight off infections. A fever, particularly one as high as 102 degrees Fahrenheit (38.9 degrees Celsius), could be a sign of an infection and a potentially life-threatening condition known as febrile neutropenia. Immediate medical intervention, which may include hospitalization and the administration of antibiotics (ABX), is critical to prevent serious complications or death.