Question 1

What recommendations should a nurse make to a visitor of a patient who has an internal radiation implant? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

Visitors of patients with internal radiation implants are advised to avoid visitation if pregnant due to potential radiation exposure risks to the fetus, limit their visitation time to reduce their exposure to radiation, and stay at least 6 feet away from the patient's bedside to minimize radiation exposure. Removing metals and wearing a protective lead apron are not standard recommendations for visitors in this context.

Question 2

A nurse clarifies that cells that change from their tissues of origin and have multiple nuclei are categorized as ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A nurse clarifies that cells that change...

Question 3

What is the best menu choice for a patient with nausea who is undergoing radiation treatments every other day?

Accepted Answer

Broiled chicken and rice are mild and easy to digest, while the vanilla yogurt and banana provide a light and refreshing dessert. The spinach adds some much-needed nutrients while the grape juice is also gentle on the stomach. Avoiding acidic foods and drinks, such as tomatoes and orange juice, can help alleviate nausea.

Question 4

Why is adjuvant therapy given to patients with cancer who are free of signs of the disease? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

Adjuvant therapy is given to patients with cancer who are free of signs of the disease to ensure eradication of undetected cells and diminish recurrence of the cancer. It is typically given after surgical removal of the cancer or completion of radiation therapy. It does not stabilize normal cells or reduce the extent of the tumor before surgery or radiation, nor does it change the pH of the system to inhibit cell growth.

Question 5

List the tumors in order based on the following tissue of origin: 
1, fat; 
2, fibrous; 
3, smooth muscle; 
4, glands; 
5, bone.______ 
(Place the events in the appropriate sequence.Do not separate answers with a space or punctuation.Example: ABCD.)

Accepted Answer

Lipoma (fat), Fibroma (fibrous), Leiomyoma (smooth muscle), Carcinoma (glands), Sarcoma (bone)

Question 6

Which factors in middle-aged persons promote the formation of malignant cells? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

Increasing age, hormonal changes, heredity, and diet are all factors that can contribute to the formation of malignant cells in middle-aged persons. Childbearing, however, is not a factor in the development of cancer in middle age.

Question 7

What action should a nurse implement if an intravenous vesicant cancer drug has extravasated? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

If an intravenous vesicant cancer drug has extravasated, the nurse should stop the infusion immediately to minimize further tissue damage. The charge nurse should be notified as soon as possible to coordinate further management of the extravasation. Applying heat or cold is not recommended and can further damage the tissue. Raising the patient's arm above the level of the heart may not be helpful in this situation.

Question 8

Which statement by a patient should lead the nurse to conclude that the precolonoscopy instruction provided has been effective?

Accepted Answer

This statement shows that the patient understands the purpose of the colonoscopy and the potential for a biopsy to be taken. It also indicates that they have been informed about the procedure and what to expect. The other options do not demonstrate an understanding of the procedure or suggest that the instructions have been effective.

Question 9

A patient is close to death with terminal liver cancer with widespread metastases and calls the nursing staff to his room every 5 minutes.Which interventions will be most supportive and in the best interest of the patient?

Accepted Answer

The patient in this scenario is dying and experiencing significant distress. Providing appropriate pain and anxiety management is crucial to ensuring their comfort and dignity. Simply transferring the patient to hospice or limiting the time spent with them would not address their acute needs. Referring the patient's concerns to other healthcare professionals may be appropriate, but the nursing staff should continue to be available to provide support and comfort to the patient as needed. Using fixed interval and cocktail medication administration, as well as responding quickly to the patient's calls for help, will help alleviate their physical and emotional distress.

Question 10

When is surgical remedy for cancer most successful? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

Surgical remedy for cancer is most successful when cancer is detected early and lymph glands have not been involved.

Question 11

Radiation is now measured in gray rather than rads.One gray is equal to ______ rads.(Use numeric characters only.)

Accepted Answer

The answer of Radiation is now measured in gray rather...

Quiz 7: The Patient With Cancer