The nurse is caring for a patient undergoing brachytherapy. What personal precaution should the nurse take when caring for this patient?
A. Avoid indirect exposure with radioisotopes containers.
B. Care for this patient regardless of pregnancy status.
C. Wear a monitoring device to measure whole-body exposure.
D. Maintain the least possible distance from the patient.
Answer: C
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