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    Ati rn adult medical surgical 2023 proctored exam

    A nurse is teaching a group of clients who have cancer about radiation therapy. Which of the following activities should the nurse include in the teaching?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: A. Limit engaging in sport activities that can cause bruising: While it's important to avoid activities that increase the risk of injury, this is not a specific related to radiation therapy. The nurse should focus on such as avoiding infection or exposure to certain environments. B. Limit socializing in large crowds: This is an important for clients undergoing radiation therapy, especially if their immune system is compromised. Socializing in large crowds increases the risk of exposure to infections.. C. Decrease intake of fresh fruits or vegetables: While radiation therapy can affect the immune system, it doesn't typically cause the level of systemic neutropenia that would warrant this strict dietary restriction unless combined with other treatments. D. Decrease time spent outdoors: Decreasing time spent outdoors is not a standard recommendation for clients undergoing radiation therapy unless they are directly exposed to the sun. Clients should protect their skin from sun exposure but should not avoid outdoor activities altogether.

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