The nurse teaches skin care to the client diagnosed with malignant lymphoma receiving radiation therapy, and includes which of the following recommendations?
1. Completely remove purple markings with soap and water after each treatment.
2. Do not scrub or use any powder, creams, or lotion products on the affected skin.
3. Do not shower before the treatment, or within two hours after the radiation therapy.
4. Products containing alcohol are best for the skin affected by the radiation therapy treatments.
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Rationale: The skin exposed to radiation therapy will be very fragile and tender, so the client will be taught to avoid use of powders, creams, or lotions on the affected skin. Products containing alcohol should be avoided because they will further damage the skin. All clients undergoing radiation therapy must be taught not to remove the purple markings because preceding initiation of radiation therapy, very precise measurements are taken to assure the beam of radiation is properly aimed. There is no need to avoid showering.
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