The Nurse Is Preparing a Child for Possible Alopecia from Chemotherapy

question 27

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing a child for possible alopecia from chemotherapy. Which of the following should be included?

• A)Explain to child that hair usually regrows in 1 year.
• B)Advise child to expose head to sunlight to minimize alopecia.
• C)Explain to child that wearing a hat/scarf is preferable to wearing a wig.
• D)Explain to child that when hair regrows, it may have a slightly different color or texture.

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Definitions:

Gastric Secretion

The process of producing and releasing fluids such as hydrochloric acid and digestive enzymes by the stomach's glands to aid in digestion.

Cholecystokinin

A hormone that stimulates the digestion of fat and protein by facilitating the digestion and slowing the rate of stomach emptying.

Gastric Secretion

is the process of producing and releasing fluids by the gastric glands in the stomach, including acid, enzymes, and mucus.

Acidic Chyme

The partially digested, acidic fluid that passes from the stomach to the small intestine, consisting of gastric juices and partly digested food.