Cancer Review

Which of the following are risk factors for developing cancer? Select all that apply

• Older age

• Wearing sunscreen and protective clothing

• Diet high in fiber and low in fat

• Alcohol and Tobacco use

• Genetic disposition

Which of the following is NOT a manifestation of cancer?

• Weight gain

• Pain

• Anorexia/ Nausea

• Fatigue

True or False: Raipdly growing tumors are more susceptible to chemotherapy

• True

• False

A client undergoing chemotherapy is diagnosed with leukopenia. What is the appropriate action by the nurse?

• Include fresh fruits on the breakfast tray

• Allow ill visitors to visit if they maintain social distanding

• Prohibit live plants in the patient room

• Encourage the client to eat raw vegetables to increase fiber intake

What intervention is appropriate for a client with mucositis?

• administer antiemetics

• apply ice to the scalp

• implement bleeding precautions

• use a soft- bristled toothbrush or swab

What medication is appropriate for a client with anemia secondary to chemotherapy?

• Allopurinol

• Epoetin alfa

• Ondansetron

• Methotrexate

When caring for a client in hospice, what is the most appropriate action to take if they can no longer take their PO medications?

• Hold all medications as they no longer need them

• Ask the provider for an alternate route

• Give the medications PO anyway

What lab changes do you expect if a client is experiencing tumor lysis syndrome? Select three.

• hyperkalemia

• hyperphosphatemia

• increased uric acid

• hypokalemia

• decreased uric acid

What is a rare but serious condition that causes abnormal blood clotting throughout the body's blood vessels?

• tumor lysis syndrome

• spinal cord compression

• Disseminated intravascular coagulation

• Superior vena cava syndrome

Which of the following findings are consistent with sepsis? Select all that apply.

• Tachycardia

• Hypertension

• nausea and vomiting

• altered mental status

• decreased urine output