Author Question: The client undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatments is experiencing thinning or loss of hair. ... (Read 87 times)

jilianpiloj · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The client undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatments is experiencing thinning or loss of hair. The nurse explains to the client that this reaction to the treatment is:

a. alopecia c. cachexia
b. ascites d. dysphagia

Question 2

A child is born with clubfeet. When the caregiver ask the nurse how this will be treated, the nurse would explain that the initial management is to:

a. try traction first
b. use surgical intervention as soon as possible
c. do a frequent series of casting
d. wait and monitor only as the child will usually outgrow this condition after learning to walk

tsternbergh47 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Alopecia is usually the result of chemotherapy or radiation therapy; the extent depends on the dose and duration of therapy. The nurse can reassure the client that hair loss is not permanent and that hair will begin to regrow within 2 months after therapy is completed.

Answer to Question 2

C
Congenital talipes equinovarus (clubfoot) is characterized by a foot with a clublike appearance; the entire foot is inverted, the heel is drawn up, and the forefoot is adducted. Manipulation and casting of the foot is needed. After several weeks of casting, a splint with a shoe attached is used for several months. If the condition does not improve, surgery is needed. The nurse must teach cast care, monitor for complications, and facilitate normal development.