A patient diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has an absolute neutrophil count of 200. What action by the nurse would minimize the risk of complications from neutropenia?

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A patient with an absolute neutrophil count of 200 is severely immunocompromised and susceptible to infections. Using strict aseptic technique when performing all procedures is essential to minimize the risk of complications from neutropenia. Spacing frequent meals, restricting fluids and salts, and regulating the thermostat for a cooler environment are not directly related to minimizing the risk of complications from neutropenia.

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