A patient is beginning radiation therapy as part of cancer ...

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A patient is beginning radiation therapy as part of cancer treatment. What should the nurse teach the patient about the care of the radiation site?
 
  Select all that apply.
  1. Clean radiation site with soap and water.
  2. Apply lotion daily to prevent scaling.
  3. Apply ice pack to radiation site if pain or itching occurs.
  4. If needed use an electric razor for shaving.
  5. Wear tight fighting clothing over the area to protect it.

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing the results of diagnostic testing on a patient suspected of having cancer. Which diagnostic findings should the nurse identify as being consistent with the presence of a malignancy?
 
  Select all that apply.
  1. high levels of tumor markers
  2. positive biopsy results
  3. low levels of tumor markers
  4. decreased white blood cell count
  5. increased hemoglobin and hematocrit

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 4
Options 2, 3, and 5 are contraindicated for this patient as they will increase the likelihood of tissue trauma at the radiation site.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1, 2
High levels of tumor markers are indicative of a malignancy. Positive biopsy results are indicative of a malignancy. Leukopenia is not associated with a malignancy. Increased hemoglobin and hematocrit values are not associated with a malignancy.

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