Neutropenic

usgb/nuːtrəˈpiːnɪk/
Adjective

Referring to a medical condition where a person has a lower than normal count of neutrophils in the blood, leading to a higher risk of infections.

The patient is neutropenic, which means he needs special care to avoid infections.
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neutropenic precautions,neutropenic patients,neutropenic fever

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Care Context

Understand that patients who are neutropenic are more susceptible to infections.

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Patients must be monitored closely.
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Medical Relevance

Use this term primarily in medical settings when discussing blood health or immune systems.

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Be clear about the condition's implications for treatment.
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Precautionary Measures

Discuss the necessary precautions taken for neutropenic patients.

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Isolation may be required.
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