A healthcare professional is caring for a patient undergoing chemotherapy. What is the skin-related health risk the professional should assess the patient for and be prepared to treat?

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Decreased renewal rates of the epidermal layers in the skin may lead to skin breakdown and dryness, altering the normal barrier protection against infection. The healthcare professional should assess the patient for infection regularly and be prepared to treat any infection noted. Radiation therapy may cause skin erythema (redness). Pain and ultraviolet damage is not related to chemotherapies.

A Healthcare Professional Is Caring for a Patient Undergoing Chemotherapy