Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
A nurse is planning care for a client who is undergoing brachytherapy with a low-dose radiation implant for treatment of prostate cancer. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Instruct visitors to stay 1 m (3.3 feet) away from the client. This is important in brachytherapy to minimize radiation exposure to others. Keeping a safe distance helps reduce the risk of radiation exposure. Straining the client's urine (A) is not necessary for brachytherapy. Limiting visitors' time (B) does not directly relate to radiation safety. Attaching a dosimeter (C) is not typically done with low-dose radiation implants. Therefore, the best choice is D to ensure visitor safety.