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awywial

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When caring for clients receiving chemotherapy, the nurse monitors for adverse effects of this therapy, including the most common and potentially life-threatening adverse effects related to:
 
  a. pain. c. alopecia.
  b. myelosuppression. d. gastrointestinal distress.

Question 2

When teaching a client prescribed a corticosteroid, the nurse recognizes a need for further teaching when the client states,
 
  a. I should take my medication at bedtime.
  b. This medication can make me more prone to infection.
  c. I should avoid large crowds while taking this medication.
  d. I will make sure to wash my hands frequently.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: Although important, it is not the most serious or life-threatening.
B Correct: This leads to risk of infection, bleeding, and decreased tissue perfusion.
C Incorrect: Although important, it is not the most serious or life-threatening.
D Incorrect: Although important, it is not the most serious or life-threatening.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Corticosteroids can cause wakefulness, so they should be taken early in the day.
B Incorrect: This indicates client understanding.
C Incorrect: This indicates client understanding.
D Incorrect: This indicates client understanding.


awywial

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Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
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wergv

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Reply #3 on: Jul 24, 2018
You're welcome


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