Which of the following statements indicates a need for further teaching by the nurse for a client with radiation implants?
A)
"I need to take good care of the skin around the radiation implant."
B)
"I may have nausea and vomiting."
C)
"I will spend some time with my grandson and my daughter who is expecting again."
D)
"I might feel unusually fatigued."
C
Explanation:
A)
Clients with radiation implants should avoid close physical contact with others. The skin around an implant is prone to irritation and breakdown. Fatigue and nausea may occur.
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B)
Clients with radiation implants should avoid close physical contact with others. The skin around an implant is prone to irritation and breakdown. Fatigue and nausea may occur.
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C)
Clients with radiation implants should avoid close physical contact with others. The skin around an implant is prone to irritation and breakdown. Fatigue and nausea may occur.
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D)
Clients with radiation implants should avoid close physical contact with others. The skin around an implant is prone to irritation and breakdown. Fatigue and nausea may occur.
Analysis
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