A patient is scheduled to receive a course of external radiation therapy for cancer treatment. What should the nurse instruct the patient about this therapy?
A. Wash the radiation site with mild soap.
B. Use a sunscreen for three months after the conclusion of the treatments.
C. Shave the treated area with a straight razor.
D. Apply ice packs to the treatment site to help reduce pain.
Answer: A
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A nurse is providing oral care to a client with dentures. What action would the nurse do first?
A) Assess the mouth and gums. B) Don gloves. C) Wash the client's face. D) Apply lubricant.
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The patient receives imipramine (Tofranil) as treatment for depression. He is admitted to the emergency department following an intentional overdose of this medication. What will the priority assessment by the nurse include?
1. The patient's cardiac status 2. The patient's liver function 3. The patient's renal status 4. The patient's neurological function