You are caring for a client who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. The client tells you that she has discussed her options with the primary care provider and her family. She has decided to have a mastectomy and possible radiation therapy
Which of the following would be considered expected outcomes? The client will: (Select all that apply.) a. identify emotional feelings related to the diagnosis of breast cancer
b. provide the client with information regarding possible side effects of chemotherapy
c. relate an understanding of usual medical and surgical treatments for breast cancer
d. discuss her perception of the effect of mas-tectomy, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy on her life.
e. support client and family regarding decision related to treatment
f. list coping strategies for incisional pain, radiation discomfort, and chemotherapy side effects.
A, C, D, F
Expected outcomes for a client diagnosed with breast cancer would include that the client will: identify emotional feelings related to the diagnosis of breast cancer; relate an understanding of usual medical and surgical treatments for breast cancer; discuss her perception of the effect of mastectomy, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy on her life; list coping strategies for incisional pain, radiation discomfort, and chemotherapy side effects. Providing the client with information regarding possible side effects of chemotherapy and supporting the client and family regarding decision related to treatment are nursing interventions not client outcomes.
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