Skin Care Intervention for Radiation Therapy

Very Hard Physiological Adaptation Radiation Therapy

A 55-year-old male patient recently diagnosed with localized prostate cancer is scheduled to begin external beam radiation therapy (EBRT). During the initial consultation, the oncology nurse provides the patient with information about radiation therapy, including potential side effects and skin care guidelines. The nurse emphasizes the importance of protecting the skin in the radiation field. Which of the following nursing actions represents the most appropriate skin care intervention for this patient?

Encourage the patient to apply topical lotions or ointments of his choice to the radiation area.

Instruct the patient to wash the irradiated area daily with mild soap and water, pat dry, and avoid using any products on the skin.

Advise the patient to apply a heating pad to the radiation site to alleviate discomfort.

Tell the patient he can shave the irradiated area with a razor to maintain hair removal.

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