All of the Following Statements Regarding Patient Education for Those

question 9

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements regarding patient education for those undergoing chemotherapy are true except:

• A) Minor infections do not need to be reported to the physician, as long as the body temperature does not go above 103 degrees.
• B) Watch for signs of bleeding.
• C) Family members should be taught proper hand-washing techniques and infection control.
• D) Call the physician to report heat, redness, and swelling.

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Definitions:

Potassium

A chemical element, symbol K, essential for various bodily functions, including nerve signal transmission and muscle contraction.

Alkaline

Having a pH greater than 7, indicating a base where concentration of hydroxide ions is greater than that of hydrogen ions.

Blood

A body fluid in humans and other animals that delivers necessary substances such as nutrients and oxygen to the cells and transports metabolic waste products away.