A patient receiving chemotherapy develops fever with chills at home. Which instruction is most appropriate?
Correct answer: C. Contact the oncology team or seek urgent assessment
- A. Wait until the next planned treatment visit
- B. Take leftover antibiotics without consultation
- C. Contact the oncology team or seek urgent assessment
- D. Increase fluid intake and continue normal activities
Explanation
Fever during chemotherapy may indicate infection in a patient with reduced immune defences and requires urgent assessment. Waiting or self-prescribing antibiotics can delay appropriate cultures, examination and treatment.
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