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A nurse is preparing a client for a radiation treatment who is postoperative following a mastectomy.The nurse should inform the client to expect which of the following adverse effects from the radiation treatment?

A.

Diarrhea.

B.

Anorexia.

C.

Alopecia.

D.

Fatigue.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A rationale
Diarrhea is not a typical adverse effect of radiation treatment for breast cancer; gastrointestinal symptoms are more common with abdominal or pelvic radiation.
Choice B rationale
Anorexia, or loss of appetite, can occur but is not as common as fatigue for clients undergoing radiation treatment.
Choice C rationale
Alopecia can occur with chemotherapy, but it is less common with radiation therapy unless the radiation is directed at the scalp.
Choice D rationale
Fatigue is a common and expected adverse effect of radiation therapy due to the body's response to treatment and tissue repair processes.
 


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Explanation

Choice A rationale:

The client's low platelet count (90 x 10⁹/L) is a significant risk factor for developing Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC), a condition characterized by abnormal blood clotting and bleeding. The client's history of cancer and symptoms such as unexplained bruising and fatigue further support this risk.

Choice B rationale:

Hyperkalemia is characterized by high potassium levels, but the client's potassium level is within the normal range (4.1 mmol/L), so this is not a risk factor.

Choice C rationale:

Hyponatremia is a condition of low sodium levels in the blood. The client's sodium level is normal (137 mmol/L), so this is not a risk factor.

Choice D rationale:

Pneumonia is a lung infection, and the client's oxygen saturation is normal (98% on room air), indicating no immediate risk of pneumonia.

Choice E rationale:

Acute nephritic syndrome is a kidney disorder that can cause elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine levels. The client's BUN is slightly elevated (22 mg/dL), but her creatinine level is normal (1.0 mg/dL), making this less likely.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A:
Sodium level - Sodium levels within the normal range do not indicate transplant rejection.
Choice B:
Creatinine level - Elevated creatinine levels suggest impaired kidney function, which can be a sign of kidney transplant rejection.
Choice C:
Blood pressure - While high blood pressure can be associated with kidney issues, it is not a direct indicator of transplant rejection.
Choice D:
Assessment of lower extremities - No visible edema or redness around the transplant site does not indicate rejection.

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