NCLEX^® QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Question of the Week – December 28, 2022

December 28, 2022

The nurse has reinforced instructions to a client who is receiving external radiation therapy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching regarding self-care related to the radiation therapy?

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Correct! The answer is number 4

Rationale:

Answer: 4

Rationale: The client receiving external radiation therapy should avoid pressure on the irritated area and wear loose-fitting clothing. Specific health care provider instructions would be necessary to obtain if an alteration in skin integrity occurred as a result of the radiation therapy. The remaining options are accurate measures regarding radiation therapy.

Level of Cognitive Ability: Evaluating
Client Needs: Physiological Integrity
Integrated Process: Teaching and Learning
Content Area: Adult Health: Oncology
Health Problem: N/A

Practice Question Sourced From: Saunders Q & A Review for the NCLEX-PN® Examination Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 5th Edition