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javeds

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A client has undergone radiation treatment to the chest for lymphoma. Of the following, what is the most likely complication for which the nurse would assess?
 a. esophageal stricture
  b. xerostomia
  c. diarrhea
  d. nausea

Question 2

A client with xerostomia is not eating enough to meet nutritional needs. What nursing intervention may be helpful?
 a. Have client suck on sugarless hard candy prior to eating.
  b. Discontinue medication that may be causing xerostomia.
  c. Offer whole-grain toast, crackers, or chips between meals.
  d. Provide oral care with a commercial mouth rinse prior to meals.


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samiel-sayed

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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

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javeds

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Reply 2 on: Aug 2, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Excellent

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