Which of the following statements made by a client after receiving instruction regarding internal radiation would indicate that teaching has been successful?
1. "My children can come visit me after school."
2. "Individuals will need to keep at least 3 feet away when possible."
3. "I will be sharing a room near the nursing station."
4. "The hospital staff will limit the amount of time in my room."
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General guidelines include assigning the patient to a private room; postradiation precaution signage; limiting the amount of time in the room; observing a distance of at least 6 feet from the source when possible; and prohibiting pregnant staff, family, visitors, and children from interacting or visiting with the patient. The other choices would indicate the need for additional instruction and are incorrect.
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