Question of the Week – May 4, 2022

Rationale:

Answer: 1 The nadir, usually 7 to 10 days after the start of therapy, is the point where blood cell counts are the lowest; therefore the LPN/LVN would be instructed to monitor the neutrophil count and watch for signs of infection. Low platelet count could also result in spontaneous bleeding, and low red cell count would contribute to anemia and fatigue. Nausea and vomiting, breakthrough pain, and anorexia are side effects of chemotherapy but are not necessarily linked to the nadir.

Additional Info:

Focus

Supervision

QSEN

Safety

Concept

Infection