Question

The nurse supervises care for a client with a radioactive implant. The nurse should intervene if which of the following is observed?

A. The assistant gives the client a pan of water so the client can bathe herself.
B. The assistant offers the client an analgesic for pain.
C. The client's mother walks up to the client inside her room.
D. The staff wears a dosimeter film badge when interacting with the client.

Answer 1

The nurse should intervene if the assistant gives the client a pan of water for bathing herself with a radioactive implant. The staff wearing a dosimeter film badge when interacting with the client is appropriate.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should intervene if option A is observed. Giving the client a pan of water to bathe herself while having a radioactive implant can be dangerous. The radioactive implant may contaminate the water and pose a risk for exposure to others. It is important to maintain safety precautions when dealing with radioactive materials. The staff wearing a dosimeter film badge when interacting with the client (option D) is appropriate as it helps monitor their radiation exposure.