A client receiving chemotherapy asks the nurse if there is a drug that can prevent or treat oral mucositis. The nurse's best response is:
a. "Currently, all we can do is offer medicated mouth washes."
b. "Yes, but the health care providers usually don't prescribe it."
c. "Why do you want to know this information?"
d. "Yes, palifermin was developed for this purpose."
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This is not a knowledgeable statement.
B Incorrect: This is not an appropriate or client-focused statement.
C Incorrect: This is neither an appropriate question nor does it use therapeutic communication.
D Correct: This is a true and appropriate statement.
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