A patient with Hodgkin's lymphoma who is undergoing external radiation therapy tells the nurse,"I am so tired I can hardly get out of bed in the morning." Which intervention should the nurse add to the plan of care?

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Walking programs are used to keep the patient active without excessive fatigue. Having a hospital bed does not necessarily address the fatigue. The better option is to stay as active as possible while combating fatigue. Fatigue is expected during treatment and is not an indication of depression. Minimizing activity may lead to weakness and other complications of immobility.

A Patient with Hodgkin's Lymphoma Who Is Undergoing External Radiation