When a Febrile Episode Occurs in a Client with Neutropenia

question 2

Multiple Choice

When a febrile episode occurs in a client with neutropenia, at what time should antibiotic therapy be initiated?

• A)Within 1 hour
• B)After the causative agent is identified from the culture
• C)Once the fever drops below 38°C (100.4°F)
• D)For long-term therapy over 3 months

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