A nurse is providing education to a client receiving external ...

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A nurse is providing education to a client receiving external radiation. The nurse acknowledges that the client needs further education if the client states the need to:
 
  a. avoid exposure to sunlight
  b. wash the skin with a mild soap and pat dry
  c. apply pressure on the radiated area to prevent bleeding
  d. eat a high-protein diet

Question 2

Which of these conditions is the leading cause of school absenteeism and the most common admitting diagnosis in children's hospitals?
 
  a. asthma c. leukemia
  b. influenza d. otitis media

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Answer to Question 1

C
When external radiation is prescribed, the nurse's role is to teach the client about caring for skin around the radiation site, to avoid added exposure to sunlight, and to help the client deal with any side effects, which most often include gastrointestinal upset or skin reactions. The client should avoid pressure on the radiated area by wearing loose-fitting clothing.

Answer to Question 2

A
Asthma is a reactive airway disease. It is a narrowing or obstruction of the airway triggered by stimuli such as cold, air, smoke, viral infections, exercise, drugs, stress, or allergens. Symptoms include a dry, hacking cough; wheezing; and difficulty breathing. The client may expectorate thick, tenacious mucus after coughing. It is the leading cause of school absenteeism and the most common reason for hospital admissions in children.