Because leukopenia is a side effect of chemotherapy, which of the following would NOT be correct for the healthcare worker to do?

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Administering an analgesic for fever is not appropriate for leukopenia (low white blood cell count); antipyretics (fever-reducing medications) may mask early signs of infection which are important to detect in patients with chemotherapy-related leukopenia. Instead, fever should be treated with antibiotics if there is suspicion of infection. Monitoring the patient's temperature and reporting any elevations, instructing the patient to avoid large crowds, and educating them on good hand-washing techniques are all appropriate interventions for patients with chemotherapy-related leukopenia.

Because Leukopenia Is a Side Effect of Chemotherapy, Which of the Following