Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Leukemia
Category: Oncology
Assessment
Patient presents with fatigue, frequent infections, and abnormal blood cell counts.
Diagnosis
Risk for infection related to immunosuppression from leukemia and its treatment.
Goals
Patient will remain free from signs of infection. Patient will report an improvement in symptoms associated with leukemia.
Interventions
Monitor blood cell counts and signs of infection regularly. Administer chemotherapy or targeted therapy as prescribed. Educate patient on infection prevention strategies such as hand hygiene and avoiding crowded places. Encourage a balanced diet and adequate hydration to support immune function.
Rationale
These interventions help manage leukemia symptoms and prevent infections in immunocompromised patients.
Evaluation
Review blood cell counts and patient symptoms during follow-up visits to assess effectiveness.