Fresh flowers or raw foods contrary to policy
NCLEX-RN glossary · Safety And Infection Prevention And Control
Definition
Environmental restrictions on organic materials in the rooms of clients under neutropenic or immunosuppression precautions.
Fresh flowers or raw foods contrary to policy in plain English
It prevents the introduction of opportunistic pathogens, such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, to a client with a compromised immune defense. The tempting mistake is prioritizing the psychosocial desire to 'be kind' to the client or family over the critical safety need to prevent environmental infection.
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