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*Health Issues>>>Cancer issues>>>Why aren't flowers allowed in the oncology unit at the hospital? |
Issue My mom was moved to the oncology unit while she was in the hospital and there was sign that said there are no flowers allowed there and we couldnt figure out why Best Tip People being treated for cancer have weak immune systems. Flowers can potentially have bacteria and fungi on them. There is the potential that the cancer patient could get an infection from the flowers. They also recommend no fresh fruits or vegetables for the same reason. Source(s): I am an Oncology NP Others Allergies and weak immune systems, flowers carry germs you know. Possibly due to bacteria and germs on the flowers. Perhaps as the people on the ward are mega vunerable to infection they prefer to err on the side of caution. Oncology patients are often very sensitive to fragrances, the smell of flowers literally nauseates them. They are also very susceptible to the pollens that flowers can spread about. RN they release orders, bacteria and other germs not to mention pollen. All of these mess with the other patients and equipment in the hospital. Sorry. |
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