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A nurse is providing teaching to a parent of a toddler who has a recent diagnosis of retinoblastoma. The parent asks the nurse which providers would be assigned to their child's care. Which of the following providers should the nurse expect to be included in this child's care? (Select All that Apply.)

A.

Orthopedic surgeon

B.

Radiation oncologist

C.

Nutritionist

D.

Play therapist

E.

Audiologist

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,C,D

A. Orthopedic surgeon – Incorrect. Retinoblastoma does not require orthopedic intervention.

B. Radiation oncologist – Correct. Radiation therapy is a common treatment for retinoblastoma.

C. Nutritionist – Correct. Proper nutrition is important during cancer treatment to maintain the child's strength and immune function.

D. Play therapist – Correct. A play therapist helps young children cope with medical procedures and emotional distress.

E. Audiologist – Incorrect. Retinoblastoma does not typically affect hearing unless chemotherapy causes ototoxicity, which is less common.


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. "The blood supply to the bone is disrupted." – Incorrect. While fractures can affect blood flow, the main concern with epiphyseal plate fractures is growth impairment.

B. "The younger the child, the longer the healing process will take." – Incorrect. Younger children heal faster than older children or adults due to active bone remodeling.

C. "Bone marrow can be lost through the fracture." – Incorrect. Epiphyseal fractures do not cause bone marrow loss.

D. "Normal bone growth can be affected." – Correct. The epiphyseal plate is responsible for bone growth, and injury to this area can lead to growth disturbances or limb length discrepancies.

Correct Answer is ["B","C","D"]

Explanation

A. Orthopedic surgeon – Incorrect. Retinoblastoma does not require orthopedic intervention.

B. Radiation oncologist – Correct. Radiation therapy is a common treatment for retinoblastoma.

C. Nutritionist – Correct. Proper nutrition is important during cancer treatment to maintain the child's strength and immune function.

D. Play therapist – Correct. A play therapist helps young children cope with medical procedures and emotional distress.

E. Audiologist – Incorrect. Retinoblastoma does not typically affect hearing unless chemotherapy causes ototoxicity, which is less common.

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