Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Neutropenia Management
Category: Hematology
Assessment
Patient presents with a low white blood cell count and is at increased risk for infections.
Diagnosis
Risk for infection related to neutropenia secondary to chemotherapy.
Goals
Patient will remain free from infection as evidenced by normal temperature and absence of signs and symptoms of infection. Patient will demonstrate understanding of infection prevention measures.
Interventions
Monitor white blood cell counts regularly. Implement neutropenic precautions such as hand hygiene, avoiding crowds, and avoiding raw foods. Educate patient on the importance of reporting signs of infection immediately, such as fever, chills, or sore throat. Administer prophylactic antibiotics as prescribed.
Rationale
These interventions aim to prevent infection in a patient with a compromised immune system due to neutropenia.
Evaluation
Infection prevention measures will be reviewed and reinforced during follow-up visits to ensure patient compliance.