A Patient Who Is Undergoing Chemotherapy Has Developed Sores in His

question 14

Multiple Choice

A patient who is undergoing chemotherapy has developed sores in his mouth, which makes it difficult for him to eat. What suggestion would most likely help this patient handle this problem?

• A) Serve food steaming hot and drink hot liquids.
• B) Take larger bites of foods and chew thoroughly.
• C) Avoid irritating foods such as citrus fruits or tomato juice.
• D) Drink liquids directly from a cup and avoid a straw.
• E) Eat a piece of peppermint candy before consuming a meal.

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Definitions:

External Attributions

The process of explaining one's own behavior or the behavior of others by pointing to causes outside the individual, such as situational factors.

Hope

A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen.

Tempered View

A perspective or attitude that is made moderate or restrained by considering all factors and avoiding extreme positions.

Contextual Sensitivity

The ability to understand and appropriately respond to different situational contexts, including the recognition of the nuances that govern social interactions and behaviors.