Which of the following safety guidelines should the nurse include in the plan of care for a client with an internal radiation implant?
A. Wear a lead shield when in the client's room. Correct
B. Limit visits from family to 60 minutes per day.
C. Wear a dosimeter film badge when in the client's room.
D. Allow children to visit the client as long as they are at least 12 years old.
E. Keep all bed linens and dressings in the client's room until the implant is removed.
Ans:
A. Wear a lead shield when in the client's room.
C. Wear a dosimeter film badge when in the client's room.
E. Keep all bed linens and dressings in the client's room until the implant is removed
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