A nurse caring for an oncology patient who develops erythema following radiation therapy should instruct the patient to:
A) Apply ice to the area.
B) Keep the area cleanly shaven.
C) Apply petroleum ointment to the affected area.
D) Avoid using soap on the area of treatment.
Ans: D
Feedback: Care to the affected area must focus on preventing further skin irritation, drying, and damage. Soaps, petroleum ointment, and shaving the area could worsen the erythema. Ice is also contraindicated.
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