A client on interferon therapy is reporting severe skin itching ...

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A client on interferon therapy is reporting severe skin itching and irritation. What actions does the nurse delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Apply moisturizers to dry skin.
  b. Apply steroid creams to the skin.
  c. Bathe the client using mild soap.
  d. Help the client with a hot water bath.
  e. Teach the client to avoid sunlight.

Question 2

A nurse is preparing to administer IV chemotherapy. What supplies does this nurse need? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Chemo gloves
  b. Facemask
  c. Isolation gown
  d. N95 respirator
  e. Shoe covers

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C
The nurse can delegate applying unscented moisturizer and using mild soap for bathing. Steroid creams are not used for this condition. Hot water will worsen the irritation. Client teaching is a nursing function.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Oncology Nurses Society have developed safety guidelines for those preparing or administering IV chemotherapy. These include double gloves (or chemo gloves), a facemask, and a gown. An N95 respirator and shoe covers are not required.