A 44-year-old female client is receiving external radiation to her scapula for metastasis of breast cancer. Teaching related to skin care for the client would include which of the following?

Question

Options

• ATeach her to completely clean the skin to remove all ointments and markings after each treatment.
• BTeach her to cover broken skin in the treated area with a medicated ointment.
• CEncourage her to wear a tight-fitting vest to support her scapula.
• DEncourage her to avoid direct sunlight on the area being treated.

• A
  5% (1)
• B
  5% (1)
• D
  90% (19)

Explanation

(A) The skin in a treatment area should be rinsed with water and patted dry. Markings should be left intact, and the skin should not be scrubbed. (B) Clients should avoid putting any creams or lotions on the treated area. This could interfere (C) Radiation therapy clients should wear loose-fitting clothes and avoid tight, irritating fabrics. (D) The area of skin being treated is sensitive to sunlight, and the client should take care to prevent sun damage by avoiding direct sunlight and covering the area when she is in the sun.

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