[Verified Answer]: True or False 1 Neutropenia is characterized…

True or False 1 Neutropenia is characterized by a decrease in neutrophils and thrombocytes. 2 Neutrophils provide the body’s defense by phagocytosis of microorganisms. 3 A patient is classified as neutropenic when the neutrophil count is 2500 cells/mm3. 4 “Lymphoma” is one of the diseases that cause neutropenia. 5 Hypotension, an indicator for sepsis, is an important symptom for neutropenic patients. 6 If the general condition of patient with neutropenia is stable, his or her vital signs can be assessed every 8 h. 7 It is difficult to identify the signs and symptoms of infection in patients with neutropenia. 8 Radiotherapy leads to neutropenia by suppressing bone marrow function. 9 Patients’ own flora is the most likely source of microorganisms in neutropenic patients. ) 10 IV catheter dressings should be changed every 4 h in neutropenic patients. 11 Neutropenic patients should take a shower/bath or be given a bed bath daily. 12 IV injections should be preferred rather than subcutaneous or intramuscular injections. 13 Neutropenic patients should avoid coughing and deep breathing exercises. 14 One of the signs of infection in patients with neutropenia is glycosuria. 15 Enemas can be used in neutropenic patients’ constipation. 16 Gastrointestinal system infections likely develop frequently in neutropenic patients. 17 Stomatitis may occur often in neutropenic patients’ oral mucosa. 18 Neutropenic patients’ oral care is provided with sodium bicarbonate solution. 19 Neutropenic patients’ oral care includes rinse of mouth three times a day. 20 Drinking tap water is not recommended for neutropenic patients. 21 Neutropenic patients’ diet includes plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits to meet vitamins needs. 22 Respiratory isolation is used with neutropenic patients. 23 Nobody should get in neutropenic patient’s room except the health care providers. 24 Neutropenic patients must be placed in private rooms. 25 Neutropenic patient rooms should be cleaned after other ward areas by the cleaning staff. 26 Floor must be cleaned with a damp mop. 27 During patient care, gowns, masks, and gloves should be worn. 28 Urinary catheterization must be performed to measure the urine output. 29 Skin and mucous membranes should be assessed daily and documented. 30 Nurses should inform patient and family about infection control procedures.