A client with esophageal cancer is receiving radiation therapy. Which finding alerts the nurse to a possible complication in this client?
a. Redness of the skin at the site of radiation
b. Worsening of dysphagia or odynophagia
c. Development of nausea or vomiting
d. A profound feeling of tiredness
B
Esophageal stricture is a complication of radiation therapy to the esophagus. This would manifest with worsening dysphagia or odynophagia. Redness is an expected result. Nausea and vomiting are common side effects, as is profound fatigue.
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A) True B) False
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