Which of the following should the nurse instruct a client who is receiving treatment for the diagnosis of leukemia? (Select all that apply.)
1. See a dentist regularly.
2. Increase fluids.
3. Report any fatigue to the physician.
4. Expect to have frequent coughs and colds.
5. Use a sunblock when outdoors.
6. Report gastrointestinal distress to the physician.
1, 2, 5, 6
Nursing care for a client diagnosed with leukemia should include regular dental care, increasing fluids, using a sunblock when outdoors, and reporting gastrointestinal distress to the physician. Fatigue is common with this illness and does not need to be reported to the physician. Frequent coughs and colds could be signs of a severe infection and should be reported to the physician.
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