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Eosinophils are a type of white blood cell that primarily respond to allergies and parasitic infections, and their count is not used to assess infection risk in chemotherapy patients.

The red blood cell count (RBC) is important for assessing oxygen-carrying capacity but does not directly relate to infection-fighting ability.

Hemoglobin (Hgb) reflects the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood, not the body's ability to fight infection.

A deep wound causing external bleeding does not describe a concussion, which involves a brain injury due to trauma, not a superficial wound.

Bleeding between the skull and brain (epidural hematoma or subdural hematoma) is associated with more severe traumatic brain injuries, not a concussion.

A ruptured artery leading to pooling of blood in the brain is more characteristic of an intracerebral hemorrhage or a severe head injury, not a concussion.

This is correct. Barley and rye are sources of gluten and must be avoided in a gluten-free diet for those with celiac disease.

This is correct. Foods like bread, pasta, and cereal commonly contain gluten and need to be avoided by individuals with celiac disease.

This is correct. Using separate serving utensils for gluten-free foods helps prevent cross-contamination, which is critical for managing celiac disease.

Respiratory rate can be influenced by many factors, including fever or anxiety, and is not the most reliable indicator of fluid loss.

Blood pressure may change with severe dehydration, but it can be a late sign, and other factors (like shock) can also affect blood pressure, so it's not the most reliable early indicator.

Skin integrity can be affected by dehydration, but it's not the most reliable indicator of fluid loss. It may take longer to show visible signs such as dry skin or poor turgor.

"Currant jelly" stool is typically associated with intussusception, not Hirschsprung's disease. This stool appears red and mucus-like and suggests a bowel obstruction or infection.

Foul-smelling, fatty stools (steatorrhea) are characteristic of malabsorption disorders like cystic fibrosis, not Hirschsprung's disease.

Mucoid, bloody diarrhea is more common in conditions like infectious colitis or inflammatory bowel disease, not Hirschsprung's disease.

Laxatives are not typically used for sickle cell crisis unless the client is experiencing constipation, which is unrelated to the crisis itself.

Thyroid replacement medications are used for hypothyroidism and would not be a first-line treatment for sickle cell crisis.

Diuretics may be used in conditions like heart failure or kidney disease, but they are not indicated for sickle cell crisis and may worsen dehydration.

Consuming a diet high in iron-rich foods, such as lean meats, beans, and leafy vegetables, can help prevent iron deficiency anemia.

Regular consumption of fortified cereals provides essential nutrients, including iron, which can help prevent anemia.

While participating in physical activities is important for a toddler's growth and development, it does not directly relate to an increased risk for iron deficiency anemia.

While alterations in pupil size and reactivity are signs of increased ICP, increased motor response is not a late sign and typically reflects an early sign of brain dysfunction.

Extension or flexion posturing may occur with increased ICP, but weight gain is not a sign of ICP.

Tachycardia can occur early in ICP, but it does not typically present as a late sign. Altered pupil size and reactivity may occur, but these are not exclusive to late ICP signs.

Crushing iron supplements and mixing them with applesauce may make the medication easier to take, but it does not directly improve absorption. In fact, crushing tablets could alter the formulation and absorption, especially if the iron supplement is enteric-coated.

Administering iron with a glass of milk can actually inhibit absorption because calcium, which is found in milk, can interfere with the absorption of iron.

While tarry green stools are a common side effect of iron supplements, this is not a reason to discontinue the medication unless instructed by the healthcare provider.

Placing the client in a semi-Fowler's position is appropriate to help alleviate pressure on the brain and improve comfort. This position can also help with respiratory function, which may be compromised in meningitis.

Admitting the client to a private room is necessary to prevent the spread of the infection to other patients. Bacterial meningitis is highly contagious, and isolation is important to limit exposure.

Implementing seizure precautions is essential in managing a child with bacterial meningitis because the infection can cause increased intracranial pressure, which may lead to seizures.