A patient is receiving her third course of 5-fluorouracil therapy and knows that stomatitis is a potential adverse effect of antineoplastic therapy.What important information should the nurse tell the patient about this adverse effect?

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The symptoms of stomatitis consist of bleeding,white spots,and ulcerations of the mouth.
Assessing stools is important but not related to stomatitis,and aspirin should not be used during this therapy.Patients on 5-fluorouracil should avoid consuming foods high in fibre,foods containing citric acid,and foods that are hot or cold.

A Patient Is Receiving Her Third Course of 5-Fluorouracil Therapy