A client was exposed to radiation from a nuclear reactor explosion a month ago. What care will the nurse most likely provide to the client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Appetite stimulant as prescribed
2. Uninterrupted rest periods
3. Infection control precautions
4. Antiemetic as prescribed
5. Antidiarrheal as prescribed
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Weight loss and anorexia are long-term effects of radiation sickness.
Rationale 2: Fatigue is a long-term effect of radiation sickness.
Rationale 3: Radiation sickness causes suppression of the bone marrow, which increases the client's risk of developing or contracting infections.
Rationale 4: Nausea and vomiting are not long-term effects of radiation sickness.
Rationale 5: Diarrhea is not a long-term effect of radiation sickness.
Global Rationale: Long term effects of radiation exposure include weight loss and anorexia, fatigue, and radiation sickness. Nausea and vomiting and diarrhea are short term issues.
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