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WorksheetsOvarian Cancer
Total questions: 9
Worksheet time: 6mins
Which statements by a client who just had chemotherapy for ovarian cancer require further teaching?
“I use a soft bristled toothbrush to prevent gum bleeding.”
“I stay in bed all day because I don’t want to get tired and nauseous.”
“I use sunscreen and wear a hat whenever I go outside of the house.”
“I make sure I eat small, bland, and thoroughly cooked meals.”
What are the 3 primary types of Ovarian Cancer, based on their cell types?
Germ Cell Tumors
Stromal Cell Tumors
Epithelial Tumors
Myometrial Tumors
What is a hormonal factor that contributes to the development of Ovarian Cancer?
Postmenopausal state altering estrogen/progesterone
Postmenopausal state altering testosterone
Premenopausal state altering testosterone
Premenopausal state altering estrogen/progesterone
How can social isolation impact this patient's treatment?
Develop the patient's sense of independence
Decrease the patient's adherence to follow-up appointments
Motivate the patient to seek out medical advice
Increase the patient's sense of peace and happiness
Which of the following actions made by the nurse would show compassion to the patient's coping strategies?
Encouraging herbal supplements that are safe during treatment
Discouraging the use a acupuncture because it isn't scientifically proven
Suggesting that she must receive medical treatment without any alterations
Informing her that western medication is the best and herbs do not work
Which of these options is NOT considered culturally inclusive?
Acknowledging cultural practices and beliefs
Use of a medical interpretor
Dismissing unnecessary traditions
Using open-ended questions when talking about her beliefs
Which of the following are aspects of immunotherapy that might encourage the patient to agree to therapy?
Considered to be a more natural approach
Can be used along side herbal supplements
Does not cause any extreme side effects
It can only be used after chemotherapy has failed
Which of the following solutions would help with the priority hypothesis of chronic pain?
Encouraging the use of acupuncture
Discussion of types of medications used for pain
Only offering pharmaceutical pain management
Education on herbal remedies that are safe to use
Which baseline tests are required before the start of the Carboplatin and Paclitaxel chemotherapy?
BUN
CBC w/ differential
Creatinine
INR
