A patient is receiving her third course of
5-fluorouracil therapy and knows that stomatitis is a potential adverse effect of antineoplastic therapy. What will the nurse teach her about managing this problem?
a. You can take aspirin to prevent stomatitis.
b. Be sure to watch for and report black, tarry stools immediately.
c. You need to increase your intake of foods containing fiber and citric acid.
d. Be sure to examine your mouth daily for bleeding, painful areas, and ulcerations.
Question 2
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient who is experiencing gastrointesti
nal adverse effects, including anorexia and nausea, after the first course of antineoplastic therapy. What is an appropriate outcome for this patient when dealing with this problem?
a. The patient will eat three balanced meals a day within 2 days.
b. The patient will return to normal eating pattern within 4 weeks.
c. The patient will maintain normal weight by consuming healthy snacks as tolerated.
d. The patient will maintain a diet of small, frequent feedings with nutrition supplements within 2 weeks.
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