Multiple Choice
Which information should the nurse include in teaching a patient who is scheduled for external beam radiation to the breast?
A) The radiation therapy will take a week to complete.
B) Careful skin care in the radiated area will be necessary.
C) Visitors are restricted until the radiation therapy is completed.
D) Wigs may be used until the hair regrows after radiation therapy.
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