The Nurse Realizes That a Patient Receiving Chemotherapy for Cancer

The nurse realizes that a patient receiving chemotherapy for cancer is at risk for developing an infection. What actions should the nurse take when caring for this patient?

A) Monitoring red blood cell counts monthly.
B) Teaching the patient to avoid small children.
C) Teaching the patient to apply lotion daily to clean skin to prevent drying.
D) Encouraging the patient to consume a diet high in protein and vitamin C
E) Teaching the patient to report an oral temperature above 98° F