Question

A nurse is providing teahing to a client who has esophageal cancer and is to undergo radiation therapy. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client understands the teaching?

a. "I will wash the ink markings off the radiation area after each treatment"
b. "I will use my hands rather than a washcloth to clean the radiation area"
c. "I will be able to be out in the sun 1 month after my radiation treatments are over"
d. "I will use a heating pad on my neck if it becomes sore during the radiation therapy"

Answer 1

The nurse should identify statement a. "I will wash the ink markings off the radiation area after each treatment" as an indication that the client understands the teaching.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should identify statement a. "I will wash the ink markings off the radiation area after each treatment" as an indication that the client understands the teaching.

Radiotherapy, or radiation therapy, is a common treatment for cancer. It uses ionizing radiation to kill cancerous tissues. During the treatment, ink markings are made on the client's skin to ensure accurate positioning of the radiation beams. Washing off the ink markings can result in inaccurate radiation delivery.