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The nurse supervises the care of a patient with a temporary radioactive cervical implant. Which action by unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP), if observed by the nurse, would require an intervention?
 
  a. The UAP flushes the toilet once after emptying the patient's bedpan.
  b. The UAP stands by the patient's bed for 30 minutes talking with the patient.
  c. The UAP places the patient's bedding in the laundry container in the hallway.
  d. The UAP gives the patient an alcohol-containing mouthwash to use for oral care.

Question 2

The nurse assesses a patient who is receiving interleukin-2. Which finding should the nurse report immediately to the health care provider?
 
  a. Generalized muscle aches
  b. Complaints of nausea and anorexia
  c. Oral temperature of 100.6 F (38.1 C)
  d. Crackles heard at the lower scapular border


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Because patients with temporary implants emit radioactivity while the implants are in place, exposure to the patient is limited. Laundry and urine/feces do not have any radioactivity and do not require special precautions. Cervical radiation will not affect the oral mucosa, and alcohol-based mouthwash is not contraindicated.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Capillary leak syndrome and acute pulmonary edema are possible toxic effects of interleukin-2. The patient may need oxygen and the nurse should rapidly notify the health care provider. The other findings are common side effects of interleukin-2.


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