A patient sustains fractures to the ribs, both femurs, and one humerus. When planning care for this patient's immunologic status, the nurse should include which of the following?

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Monitoring the complete blood count daily is important for assessing the patient's immunologic status, as changes in white blood cell count, hemoglobin, and platelets can indicate infection or other immune system dysfunction. Limiting iron-rich foods, performing passive range of motion to unaffected extremities, and keeping the patient on bed rest are not directly related to immunologic status.

A Patient Sustains Fractures to the Ribs, Both Femurs, and One