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storky111

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Which intervention is most important to teach a patient receiving chemotherapy with a drug that causes thrombocytopenia?
 
  a. Eat a low bacteria diet.
  b. Take your temperature daily.
  c. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and do not floss.
  d. Avoid using mouthwashes that contain alcohol.

Question 2

A patient is receiving intravenous (IV) chemotherapy through a peripheral line. Which IV site assessment finding indicates that the IV access needs to be discontinued?
 
  a. Bruising at the insertion site
  b. Coolness of the skin below the site
  c. Tissue swelling above and below the site
  d. Wetness of the dressing over the access site


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trog

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


storky111

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

tuate

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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