The nurse would remove which of the following desserts from the meal tray of a client who has bone marrow suppression as a result of chemotherapy for cancer?

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Fresh peach could introduce bacteria or other pathogens to a client with bone marrow suppression due to chemotherapy, as their immune system is compromised. Cooked or processed foods like vanilla pudding, baked apple, and gelatin are generally safer options.

The Nurse Would Remove Which of the Following Desserts from the Meal