A patient undergoing external radiation has developed a dry desquamation of the skin in the treatment area. The nurse teaches the patient about the management of the skin reaction. Which statement,if made by the patient,indicates the teaching was effective?
A) "I can use ice packs to relieve itching."
B) "I will scrub the area with warm water."
C) "I can buy aloe vera gel to use on my skin."
D) "I will expose my skin to a sun lamp each day."
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q5: The nurse should suggest which food choice
Q6: The nurse teaches a postmenopausal patient with
Q7: The nurse teaches a patient who is
Q8: The nurse administers an IV vesicant chemotherapeutic
Q9: External-beam radiation is planned for a patient
Q11: A patient receiving head and neck radiation
Q12: A chemotherapy drug that causes alopecia is
Q13: A patient who is scheduled for a
Q14: During a routine health examination,a 40-yr-old patient
Q15: The nurse is caring for a patient
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents