The nurse is constructing a teaching plan about fatigue ...

[lb_gilbert]

The nurse is constructing a teaching plan about fatigue management for a patient who is taking radiation treatments. Which information should the nurse include?
 
  a. Prioritize activities and alternate rest with periods of activity.
  b. Plan to spend at least 4 to 5 hours of the day in bed.
  c. Discontinue pain medications that may cause drowsiness.
  d. Avoiding snacking in between meals.

Question 2

Which statement explains the reason for inclusion of potential problems in the nursing care plan?
 
  a. To alert nursing staff to prevent potential complications.
  b. To remind the family of potential prob-lems.
  c. To broaden the assessment of the caregiv-er.
  d. To educate the patient to aspects of her health.

[Rilsmarie951]

Answer to Question 1

A
Prioritizing activities is essential to balance energy with expenditure. These patients should not spend long periods of daytime in bed, and they should increase fluids and plan between-meal snacks to keep energy up.

Answer to Question 2

A
Addressing potential problems prevents complications by early action rather than waiting for a problem to materialize.

[lb_gilbert]

TYSM

[peter]

Excellent