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Chapter 13; Hoffman & Sullivan (CancerCare) - Davis Edge Questions
The nurse is caring for a patient with stage II cancer who asks, "What does stage II
cancer mean?" How should the nurse reply?
"Stage II cancer includes large or locally invasive tumors."
"Stage II cancer includes cancers that have metastasized."
"Stage II cancer is more localized and contained."
"Stage II cancer involves invasion of deeper tissues or local lymph nodes." - answer
“Stage II cancer involves invasion of deeper tissues or local lymph nodes."
A teen asks the nurse, "Is a shot for cancer?" How should the nurse reply?
"Yes, there is an immunization that prevents the virus that causes bladder cancer."
"Yes, there is an immunization that prevents the virus that causes esophageal cancer."
"Yes, there is an immunization that prevents the virus that causes gastric cancer."
Yes, there is an immunization that prevents the virus that causes cervical cancer." -
answer “Yes, there is an immunization that prevents the virus that causes cervical
cancer."
Which stage of cancer can a nurse expect in a patient suffering from prostate cancer
after further tests reveal a secondary tumor in the rectum?
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Stage IV - answerStage IV
Prostate cancer has the tendency to metastasize to the rectum, pelvic floor, lower spine,
or hip.
A patient is told they have metastatic cancer and does not understand what that means.
Which statements are true pertaining to this? Select all that apply.
Metastasis is the propensity for tumors to spread.
Metastasis is the defining characteristic of stage IV cancer.
Metastasis leads to stage I cancer.
Metastasis leads to the growth of primary tumors.
Metastasis can either take place by cell-to-cell transfer or through blood. -
answerMetastasis is the propensity for tumors to spread.
Metastasis is the defining characteristic of stage IV cancer.
Metastasis can either take place by cell-to-cell transfer or through blood.
, The nurse is caring for a patient with cancer-associated tumor lysis syndrome. Which
nursing assessment is most beneficial for the patient?
Assess the patient for increased urine output.
Assess the patient for hyperkalemia.
Assess the patient for hypertension.
Assess the patient for stridor and hypoxemia. - answerAssess the patient for
hyperkalemia.
Rationale: lysing cells that cannot be cleared accumulate and cause electrolyte
imbalance, resulting in hyperkalemia
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient who will be receiving radiation for
cancer treatment. Which nursing interventions will be most beneficial for the patient?
Select all that apply.
Instruct the patient not to void before abdominal radiation.
Suggest that the patient wash exposed skin and apply scented moisturizers.
Instruct the patient to practice relaxation techniques.
Instruct the patient to avoid washing off treatment ink tattoos.
Encourage the patient to change position according to his or her comfort during
treatment. - answerInstruct the patient to practice relaxation techniques.
Instruct the patient to avoid washing off treatment ink tattoos.
A patient with breast cancer is undergoing radiation therapy. During the follow-up visit,
the patient reports anorexia to the nurse. What laboratory result should the nurse
evaluate?
Red blood cell count
Serum albumin level
Liver enzymes
Pancreatic enzymes - answerSerum albumin level
Rationale: low protein and albumin levels are a result of inadequate nutrition
A patient with breast cancer who is undergoing radiation therapy is diagnosed with skin
radiodermatitis. Which action will be most beneficial for this patient?
Cleaning the area with mild pH-neutral soaps
Drying the area under direct sunlight after cleansing
Applying lotions, powders, or ointments to the infected area - answerCleaning the area
with mild pH-neutral soaps
A patient with lung cancer is prescribed a chemotherapeutic agent that is known to
cause alopecia. Which nursing action can be beneficial to help promote the self-esteem
of this patient?
Suggesting the patient use a wig or hat and wear it once hair loss begins.
Encouraging the patient to limit social contacts until hair regrowth occurs.
Instructing the patient to wash his or her hair gently and comb gently to minimize hair
loss.
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