While planning care for a patient experiencing fatigue due to chemotherapy, which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
a. Prioritization and administration of nursing care throughout the day
b. Completing all nursing care in the morning so the patient can rest the remainder of the day
c. Completing all nursing care in the evening when the patient is more rested
d. Limiting visitors, thus promoting the maximal amount of hours for sleep
ANS: A
Pacing activities throughout the day conserves energy, and nursing care should be paced as well. Fatigue is a common side effect of cancer and treatment; and while adequate sleep is important, an increase in the number of hours slept will not resolve the fatigue. Restriction of visitors does not promote healthy coping and can result in feelings of isolation.
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