Question 1

The nurse is providing care to a pediatric client who will require radiation as a portion of the treatment regimen. Which topics should the nurse include in the teaching session related to long- term ramifications associated with this treatment option?

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Question 2

The school-age child is admitted to the pediatric neurologic unit with a suspected craniopharyngioma. Which assessment data collected by the nurse supports the suspected diagnosis? Select all that apply.

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Question 3

Which pediatric cancer diagnoses necessitate priority assessment by the nurses for clinical manifestations associated with emergencies related to space-occupying lesions? Select all that apply.

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Question 4

The nurse is preparing to assist with a lumbar puncture for a pediatric client who is diagnosed with cancer. Which statements should the nurse include in the teaching session for the client and family? Select all that apply.

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A lumbar puncture is a procedure used to assess cerebrospinal fluid and determine if malignant cells are affecting the nervous system. It is typically not used to assess bone marrow, confirm a leukemia diagnosis, or assess cellular components of the blood. The nurse should include information about the purpose of the procedure and how it will be done, as well as any risks or potential complications. It is important to provide education to ensure that the client and family understand the procedure and are able to provide informed consent.

Question 5

Which nursing actions will decrease the risk of extravasation when administering chemotherapy to a pediatric client through a peripheral line? Select all that apply.

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Ensuring the intravenous line is free flowing and checking for blood return before and during administration help confirm proper line placement and function, reducing the risk of extravasation.

Question 6

The nurse is providing care to a pediatric client who will require surgery as a portion of the treatment regimen. Which topics should the nurse include in the teaching session related to long- term ramifications associated with this treatment option?

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