Author Question: A client on chemotherapy is experiencing stomatitis. Which of the following does the nurse advise ... (Read 29 times)

karlynnae · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A client on chemotherapy is experiencing stomatitis. Which of the following does the nurse advise the client to use for mouth care?

a. A commercial mouthwash
b. An alcohol and water mixture
c. Normal saline rinses
d. A firm toothbrush

Question 2

The nurse knows that which of the following is considered a lethal cardiac rhythm?

a. Asystole
b. Atrial fibrillation
c. Ventricular tachycardia
d. Ventricular fibrillation

31809pancho · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Normal saline rinses (approximately 30 mL) on awaking in the morning, after each meal, and at bedtime can effectively clean the oral cavity. The rinses can be increased to every two hours if necessary.
Clients with stomatitis should be advised to avoid commercial mouthwash.
Clients with stomatitis should be advised to avoid alcohol.
Gentle brushing and flossing are important in preventing bleeding of the gums. A soft tooth-brush, not a firm toothbrush, should be used.

Answer to Question 2

A

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A Asystole is a lethal rhythm associated with no apparent electrical activity.
B Atrial fibrillation is not considered a lethal rhythm.
C Ventricular tachycardia, although life-threatening and requiring immediate intervention, is not labelled as a lethal rhythm.
D Ventricular fibrillation, although life-threatening and requiring immediate intervention, is not labelled as a lethal rhythm.