The Nurse Is Preparing a Child for Possible Alopecia from Chemotherapy

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing a child for possible alopecia from chemotherapy. Which should be included?

• A) Explain to child that hair usually regrows in 1 year.
• B) Advise child to expose head to sunlight to minimize alopecia.
• C) Explain to child that wearing a hat or scarf is preferable to wearing a wig.
• D) Explain to child that when hair regrows, it may have a slightly different color or texture.

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