A nurse is assessing a cancer survivor for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neurotoxicity (CPIN). Which assessment finding is consistent with CPIN?
a. Hearing loss
b. Devastating depression
c. Extreme loss of motor functioning
d. Numbness and tingling in hands and feet
ANS: D
Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neurotoxicity (CPIN) refers to peripheral nerve damage resulting from the effects of certain chemotherapeutic agents. Damage to large sensory nerves causes feelings of numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Motor function may also be affected, but usually to a lesser degree than sensory function. Hearing loss and depression are not signs and symptoms of CPIN.
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