Which of the following subjective/objective findings can be considered an adverse effect to the radiation treatment the client is undergoing to "shrink" a tumor prior to surgery? Select all that apply
A) Urine output less than 30 mL/hr (low)
B) Increase production of nasal secretions
C) Stiff, painful joints in the AM
D) Hemoglobin 9.0 g/dL (low)]
E) Complains of frequent nausea and vomiting
Ans: D, E
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To some extent, radiation is injurious to all rapidly proliferating cells, including those of the bone marrow and the mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal tract. This results in many of the common adverse effects of radiation therapy, including infection, bleeding, and anemia due to loss of blood cells and nausea and vomiting due to loss of gastrointestinal cells.
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