The nurse is admitting a patient to the hospital who has cancer and a neutrophil count of 430/mm³.What action by the nurse is best?

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The patient's neutrophil count is low, which puts them at a risk for infection. Placing the patient in protective precautions will help to reduce their risk of exposure to infectious organisms. This includes placing them in a private room that has been thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, wearing gloves and a gown when providing care, and ensuring that all visitors and healthcare providers follow strict infection control procedures. Good handwashing is always important but is not enough to protect this patient with a low neutrophil count. Contact precautions may be necessary if the patient has a known infection or colonization with a contagious organism, but this is not indicated based solely on the neutrophil count.

The Nurse Is Admitting a Patient to the Hospital Who