A Patient Undergoing External Radiation Has Developed a Dry Desquamation

question 31

Multiple Choice

A patient undergoing external radiation has developed a dry desquamation of the skin in the treatment area.The nurse teaches the patient about management of the skin reaction.Which statement,if made by the patient,indicates the teaching was effective?

• A) "I can buy some aloe vera gel to use on the area."
• B) "I will expose the treatment area to a sun lamp daily."
• C) "I can use ice packs to relieve itching in the treatment area."
• D) "I will scrub the area with warm water to remove the scales."

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