How far should visitors remain away from a client with an internal radiation implant?

Visitors should maintain a distance of 6 feet from a client with an internal radiation implant due to the potential exposure to radiation. Internal radiation therapy, also known as brachytherapy, involves placing radioactive material inside or near the tumor. This can emit radiation that poses a risk to those nearby, including visitors.

The recommendation to stay 6 feet away is based on guidelines established to minimize exposure while still allowing for meaningful interaction and visitation. This distance is deemed sufficient to reduce the radiation dose that visitors might receive, keeping them safe while providing necessary support to the client.

Maintaining a distance greater than this, while potentially safer, may not be required or practical for emotional support or care purposes. Therefore, 6 feet strikes a balance between safety and the social needs of both the patient and their visitors.