Question

While changing bed linens the nurse notices a metal object on the bottom sheet of a client with radiation seeds implanted in the bladder. which action should the nurse take? select all that apply.

Answer 1

While changing bed linens the nurse notices a metal object on the bottom sheet of a client with radiation seeds implanted in the bladder, the action which should be taken by the nurse is consulting with the doctor.

What is Radiation seed?

This a radioactive pellet which is specially placed by a doctor with the aid of a small holder which is referred to as an implant in or near a tumor and is used as a form of treatment in cancer patients.

The radioactive pellet gives off energy  which helps to stabilize the cells which are dividing abnormally. The Doctor places it in the targeted area with the use of an implant as the radiation given off may pose health risk to other cells.

This is usually lasts within weeks or months depending on the intensity of the radiation and the the nurse noticing a metal object on the bottom sheet of a client with radiation seeds implanted in the bladder will have to consult the doctor first before appropriate action is done.

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