A child with rhabdomyosarcoma is to undergo radiation therapy after surgical removal of the tumor. The parents should be taught to
1. apply sunscreen to the area when thechild is exposed to sunlight.
2. vigorously scrub the area whenbathing the child.
3. remove any markings left after eachradiation treatment.
4. apply lotion to the area beforeradiation therapy.
Answer:1
Rationale:Radiation therapy causes the skin in that area to be sensitive. Sunscreen should be applied so sunburns are avoided. Vigorous scrubbing and removing the radiation markings are not recommended.Lotion can increase the chance of a radiation burn when applied before the treatment.
You might also like to view...
After teaching a client who has stress incontinence, the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for additional teaching?
a. "I will limit my total intake of fluids." b. "I must avoid drinking alcoholic beverages." c. "I must avoid drinking caffeinated beverages." d. "I shall try to lose about 10% of my body weight."
Which of the following findings on a female breast exam should the nurse report as suspicious of breast cancer?
a. multiple, bilateral, round, lumpy tissue that is tender b. soft, mobile, single lobular nodule that is nontender c. single soft lump that is well defined and tender d. poorly defined, firm lump that is nontender and fixed to the skin
The public health nurse is providing an educational activity to a group of nurses at the public health clinic
The nurse asks, "Which of the following patients may receive the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine without caution?" Which response best demonstrates understanding of the administration of the MMR vaccination? a. Child with a history of an allergy to neomycin b. Child being treated for a mild febrile illness c. Child with a history of thrombocytopenic purpura d. Child who is allergic to gelatin
A 5-year-old girl is admitted to the postanesthesia care unit after the repair of her fractured femur. What activities would best indicate pain in this child according to the FLACC scale? (Mark all that apply.)
A) Leg movement B) Arched back C) Sleep D) Eye widening E) Difficulty consoling