NUR 2392 Multidimensional Care II / MDC 2 Exam 1
Questions & Correct Answers Graded A+
A client asks the nurse to explain what malignancy means. What is an
appropriate response by the nurse?
"Malignancy is an abnormal cell growth where cellular regulation is lost, and
the new tissues have no useful function."
Dose question - output at the end of the 1700 - 1500 shift. Nurse notes: client
voided 800 mL at 0730, 520mL at 1230, and 200 mL at 1430. How many mL?
1520
Dose question - client weighs 194 lbs. What's the weight in kg?
88.2
A nurse is caring for a client who is being treated for hypokalemia. Which of
the following is correct regarding potassium administration?
Infuse intravenously at a rate no greater than 20 mEq per hour
A nurse is caring for a client recently diagnosed with lung cancer. Based on
testing, there is no indication that the cancer has spread to other organs. The
client is scheduled for surgery to have a lobectomy performed. This is
classified as which type of surgical treatment?
curative
A nurse is providing education to a client and family that is undergoing
radiation as part of his cancer treatment plan for a brain tumor. Which of the
following is not a side effect of radiation?
,constipation
Which of the following oncological emergencies requires immediate
intervention to relieve pain and prevent permanent neurologic damage?
spinal cord compression (SCC)
Clients diagnosed with cancer who have exhausted all treatment options
with less than 6 months to live are good candidates for which of the
following?
Hospice care
A nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of hypernatremia. Which of the
following assessment findings would the nurse expect to see?
agitation
A nurse is caring for a client recently diagnosed with cancer who exhibits
signs and symptoms of superior vena cava syndrome. Which of the following
is the priority treatment for the relief of airway obstruction?
placement of metal stent
nurse is caring for a client who presents with a new onset of seizures,
confusion, and muscle tremors. Laboratory results reveal hypomagnesemia.
Which of the following would be a cause of hypomagnesemia?
alcoholism
A tumor was staged as T4, N2, M0. What does this mean?
A large primary tumor with extension into two lymph nodes and no distant
metastasis
The nurse uses which phrase to describe palliative care correctly?
, Client care with a focus on high-quality symptom management
Cancer management requires a collaborative approach, including establishing
a multidisciplinary team. After diagnosis, which is the next priority?
Developing a treatment plan
Identify which of the following is the step of cellular regulation where the
normal cell becomes damaged, which is irreversible and leads to cancer
development?
Initiation
The nurse is caring for a client with hyponatremia who is on a fluid restriction
and is preparing for discharge. Which of the following should be included in
the education?
- Explain the purpose of the fluid restriction
- Teach the client and family about performing daily weight
- Determining the client's dietary preferences when planning a diet after
discharge
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with cancer undergoing
chemotherapy. The client reports a recent weight gain and extreme muscle
weakness. Which of the following oncologic emergencies leads to fluid
retention by the kidneys resulting in hyponatremia?
Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)
Which of the following does not influence cancer growth?
Gender
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