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d. Fatigue, nausea, constipation 36. You are caring for a patient with cancer of the breast who is receiving chemotherapy and is afraid of losing her hair. What is this side effect called? What causes it? What should you tell your patient to help with the hair loss?  Alopecia  Destruction of the hair follicles  Suggest use of hairpieces and scarves  Avoid excessive shampooing, brushing, combing, and hair dryers  Cutting the hair before therapy may help 37. While receiving chemotherapy for cancer, a patient is experiencing nausea and vomiting and is losing weight. Why does this occur? What should you tell him that might help?  Antineoplastics irritate the gastrointestinal tract from the mouth through the rectum, making eating both uncomfortable and unpleasant.  Avoid eating within 1 hour of chemotherapy because this is the time most vomiting occurs. May last for 24 hours.  Provide a pleasant environment  Select desirable foods  Avoid foods with strong odors such as onions and red meats  Encourage a glass of wine with meals because it may stimulate appetite  Offer frequent high protein meals that are high in calories that are better tolerated  Offer an antiemetic 30 minutes before meals 38. What signs should you look for when giving medications to cancer patients? Gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), pain, fever, and infections. 39. Identify three interventions that you should implement when caring for a cancer patient. Monitor temperature. Instruct patient to avoid large crowds. Instruct patient on good handwashing. Critical Thinking Activity 1. You are caring for a chemotherapy patient. Develop a plan of care for this patient.

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