Question

A client undergoing chemotherapy tells the nurse, "i do not want to get out of bed in the morning, because i am so tired." the nursing plan of care should include:

Answer 1

Since bed rest can cause atrophy, fatigue, and increases the chance of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) formation, the nursing plan should include a personalized exercise program that aims to increase the stamina and endurance, though weight lifting should be avoided since it may be too vigorous.