Which of the Following Nursing Actions Included in the Care

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following nursing actions included in the care plan for a patient with neutropenia is appropriate for the RN to delegate to an LPN/LVN who is assisting with patient care?

• A) Assessing the patient for signs and symptoms of infection
• B) Teaching the patient the purpose of neutropenic precautions
• C) Developing a discharge teaching plan for the patient and family
• D) Administering the ordered subcutaneous filgrastim (Neupogen) injection

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