Problem: A patient with multiple myeloma is undergoing an autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant. The nurse suggests that the patient suck on ice while the melphalan is administered. What is the primary reason for the nurse's suggestion? Looking for Assignment Help? A. To decrease the metallic taste in the mouth B. To provide a distraction for the patient C. To decrease blood flow to the mucous membranes D. To moisten the oral membrane