A patient develops fatigue related to radiation therapy. Which intervention is the most appropriate for this patient?
a. Discuss the patient's views concerning blood transfusion.
b. Encourage moderate exercise between radiation treatments.
c. Encourage larger portions of foods rich with calories and protein.
d. Encourage the patient to prioritize activities around frequent rest periods.
ANS: D
D. Spacing activities with rest can help the patient have the energy to do activities that are important to him or her. A. It is not the nurse's role to diagnose need for blood transfusion. B. Exercise is not appropriate at this time. C. Food may be appropriate if the patient has lost weight, but there is no evidence of weight loss in the data.
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