The child is recovering from a bone marrow transplant. Which is the priority nursing concern in this early stage management?
A)Early recognition of symptoms of graft-versus-host disease.
B)Providing discharge instructions to the parents.
C)Avoiding latex products.
D)Monitoring the child for return of bone marrow function.

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Early recognition of symptoms of graft-versus-host disease is the priority nursing concern in this early stage management because it is a serious complication that can occur after a bone marrow transplant.

The Child Is Recovering from a Bone Marrow Transplant