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Simulated
A client with neutropenia has an absolute neutrophil count of 900. What is the client's risk of infection?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
An absolute neutrophil count (ANC) of 900 indicates moderate to severe neutropenia (ANC <1,000). This places the client at high risk for infection, as neutrophils are critical for fighting pathogens. Normal risk is ANC >1,500, and extremely high risk is ANC <200.