After receiving a change-of-shift report,which patient should the nurse assess first?

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Chemotherapy is an immunosuppressant.Even a low fever in an immunosuppressed patient is a sign of serious infection and should be treated immediately with cultures and rapid initiation of antibiotic therapy.The nurse should assess the other patients as soon as possible after assessing and implementing appropriate care for the immunosuppressed patient.

After Receiving a Change-Of-Shift Report,which Patient Should the Nurse Assess