Which precaution should the nurse take while caring for a client who is undergoing internal radiation therapy for cervical cancer?
A) Wear gloves when assessing the cervical intracavity implant.
B) Instruct the client to urinate in the lead-lined bedpan or "hat" every 2 hours.
C) Prepare the client for an enema before inserting the implant.
D) Limit staff or visitor exposure to 30 minutes or less in an 8-hour period.

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Limiting staff or visitor exposure to 30 minutes or less in an 8-hour period is crucial to minimize radiation exposure risk.

Which Precaution Should the Nurse Take While Caring for a Client