A child is diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for this child?
1. Position the child with the head elevated.
2. Monitor for hematuria.
3. Demonstrate the use of a conformer.
4. Administer oxygen.
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: The most common area of the body affected by rhabdomyosarcoma is the bladder. The nursing intervention that is most appropriate is to monitor the child's urine for hematuria. Positioning the child with the head elevated and administering oxygen is appropriate for a child diagnosed with lymphoma. Demonstrating the use of a conformer is appropriate for a child diagnosed with retinoblastoma.
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