When caring for a patient who has a radium implant for treatment of cancer of the cervix, the nurse will plan to

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To prevent displacement of the implant, absolute bed rest is required. Wearing of gloves when changing linens is not necessary because the isotope is confined to the implant. The patient will not get out of bed to void. The nurse will spend minimal time in the patient's room to avoid exposure to radiation.

When Caring for a Patient Who Has a Radium Implant