Following radiation treatment for cancer, a client returns to the room and a sign is placed on the door that says, “Caution: Radioactive Material”. Choose the option that best describes how visitors should respond to this sign.
A client has undergone external beam radiation to the chest for treatment of lung cancer and is back in their room following the procedure. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate in this situation?
A 59-year-old client is undergoing radiation treatment for uterine cancer. Which of the following best describes an acute adverse effect following external radiation therapy to this area?
The nurse is caring for a client who underwent external beam radiation for breast cancer. The client complains of skin irritation at the site. Which of the following recommendations is appropriate for the nurse to make?
A nurse is caring for a client the morning after internal radiation therapy for treatment of uterine cancer in which an implant was placed. Which of the following actions demonstrate safe practice by the nurse? Select all that apply.
A client with a diagnosis of thyroid cancer has recently had internal radiation through brachytherapy. What should the nurse tell the client about visitors when this type of therapy is in place?
A 48-year-old client is undergoing internal radiation for the treatment of kidney cancer. The nurse caring for this client would best protect the client, others, and himself or herself from contamination by which of the following actions? Select all that apply.
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving internal radiation therapy. The client’s implant was placed two days ago and is active. Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to limit exposure to the implant?
A client with throat cancer is receiving radiation treatment to the head and neck and has developed xerostomia as a result. Which of the following interventions should the nurse suggest to this client?
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