The Nurse Caring for a Client Who Has an Implanted

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nurse caring for a client who has an implanted radiation source should reduce self-exposure by incorporating the strategy of

• A) limiting the time spent close to the client to 30 minutes per 8-hour shift.
• B) remaining 6 feet away from the client except for essential care.
• C) wearing a lead-shielded apron whenever entering the client's room.
• D) wearing a radiation meter or film badge to measure exposure.

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