Practice Question
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is undergoing radiation therapy and has stomatitis. Which of the following responses by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
"I should use a soft-bristle toothbrush to clean my teeth after meals."
Rationale:
🟠 Clients undergoing radiation therapy often develop stomatitis, which is painful inflammation of the oral mucosa.
🟠 Using a soft-bristle toothbrush reduces trauma to sensitive tissues and helps maintain oral hygiene without exacerbating pain or tissue breakdown.
🟠 Alcohol-based mouthwashes and lemon-glycerin swabs are contraindicated, as they worsen mucosal dryness and irritation.
🟠 Good oral care using non-irritating methods can help prevent secondary infections and promote comfort.
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This question is from RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor~2023(2019) which contains 141 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI EXIT Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor Exam(s)~2019
- Answer Choices: 4