A nurse is teaching a client about induction therapy for acute leukemia. Which client statement indicates a need for additional education?
A. "After this therapy, I will not need to have any more."
B. "I will need to avoid people with a cold or flu."
C. "I will probably lose my hair during this therapy."
D. "The goal of this therapy is to put me in remission."
Ans: A. "After this therapy, I will not need to have any more."
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