What is the nurse's priority action for a chemotherapy client develops fever 100.8 F (38.2 C)?

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C. notify the provider promptly and anticipate cultures/antibiotics — Even a low-grade fever can indicate serious infection in a neutropenic client and requires prompt treatment.

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A. delay reporting until a second fever develops tomorrow

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B. encourage fresh flowers to improve mood

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D. give a live vaccine to stimulate immunity