Highest Priority Nursing Intervention for Radiation Therapy Patient

Very Hard Physiological Adaptation Radiation Therapy

A nurse is assigned to care for a patient undergoing radiation therapy as part of a treatment plan for advanced ovarian cancer. The patient has expressed concerns about side effects and potential long-term impacts of radiation exposure. Which of the following nursing interventions is the highest priority to address the patient's concerns regarding skin integrity in the radiation treatment area?

Instruct the patient to apply moisturizing lotion to the irradiated skin daily.

Teach the patient to gently cleanse the irradiated area with mild soap and water.

Advise the patient to avoid exposure to sun and heat on the treated area.

Encourage the patient to wear loose-fitting clothing over the treatment site.

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