Rn Hesi Mental Health
Rn Hesi Mental Health ( 38 Questions)
The nurse is teaching a client with cancer about skincare for the portal site receiving external beam radiation. Which client action regarding skin care indicates a need for further teaching?
rationale:
Applying prescribed lotions to the radiation site is generally a recommended part of skin care during radiation therapy, as it helps keep the skin moisturized and reduces irritation.
rationale:
Washing the radiation site with antibacterial soap and water is not recommended. Clients undergoing radiation therapy are typically advised to use gentle, mild soaps and to avoid scrubbing or using harsh cleansers on the treated area. Antibacterial soap may be too harsh and could lead to skin irritation.
rationale:
Wearing clothing to cover the radiation site is a good practice to protect the area from sun exposure and potential irritation.
rationale:
Drying the area with patting motions after taking a shower is the correct way to dry the radiation site, as it minimizes friction and reduces the risk of skin damage.
Choice A rationale:
Applying prescribed lotions to the radiation site is generally a recommended part of skin care during radiation therapy, as it helps keep the skin moisturized and reduces irritation.
Choice B rationale:
Washing the radiation site with antibacterial soap and water is not recommended. Clients undergoing radiation therapy are typically advised to use gentle, mild soaps and to avoid scrubbing or using harsh cleansers on the treated area. Antibacterial soap may be too harsh and could lead to skin irritation.
Choice C rationale:
Wearing clothing to cover the radiation site is a good practice to protect the area from sun exposure and potential irritation.
Choice D rationale:
Drying the area with patting motions after taking a shower is the correct way to dry the radiation site, as it minimizes friction and reduces the risk of skin damage.