A Client Is Scheduled to Start External Beam Radiation Therapy

question 11

Multiple Choice

A client is scheduled to start external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) for her endometrial cancer.Which teaching by the nurse is accurate? (Select all that apply.)

• A) "You will need to be hospitalized during this therapy."
• B) "Your skin needs to be inspected daily for any breakdown."
• C) "It is not wise to stay out in the sun for long periods of time."
• D) "The perineal area may become damaged with the radiation."
• E) "The technician applies new site markings before each treatment."

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