Unhappy with the treatment progress for their child with cancer, the parents choose to add dietary supplements, including megavitamins, as complementary medicine to the treatment plan. What would be the priority nursing diagnosis for this child?

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The addition of dietary supplements, including megavitamins, can increase the risk for injury as it can interact with prescribed medications, cause toxic effects and may delay necessary medical treatment. The nurse should prioritize monitoring for adverse effects and providing education to the family to prevent potential harm. The other options, impaired gas exchange, altered family processes, and altered parenting may be relevant in the care of a child with cancer but are not the priority in this specific scenario.

Unhappy with the Treatment Progress for Their Child with Cancer