A client who is undergoing chemotherapy has received a bouquet of flowers. What should the nurse do to assure the client's safety?
A) Set the flowers in the room but on a surface near the door.
B) Allow the client to see the flowers but then remove them from the room.
C) Explain to the client why the flowers will not be allowed in the room.
D) Inform the client the flowers have arrived and that they will be kept at the nursing station.

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Chemotherapy can weaken the immune system, increasing the risk of infection. Flowers can harbor bacteria and fungi, so it's important to explain to the client why they cannot be kept in the room to ensure their safety.

A Client Who Is Undergoing Chemotherapy Has Received a Bouquet