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WorksheetsNeuroblastoma
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
The nurse is educating the parents of a child diagnosed with high-risk neuroblastoma. Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?
"We understand that chemotherapy is a part of the treatment plan."
"We know that stem cell transplantation may be needed."
"We are prepared for the possibility of radiation therapy."
"We expect the tumor to disappear with just one treatment."
Which of the following nursing interventions is MOST appropriate for a child receiving chemotherapy for neuroblastoma?
Restrict fluids to prevent fluid overload.
Monitor for signs of infection.
Encourage a high-fat diet.
Administer pain medication PRN for bone pain.
The nurse is reviewing the medical history of a child with neuroblastoma. Which of the following risk factors would be considered non-modifiable?
Family history of neuroblastoma
Exposure to pesticides
Poor nutrition
Poor nutrition
A clinic nurse notes that a child brought in for a physical has swelling and bruising around the eyes. The patient denies any trauma and the parent reports no environmental allergies. Which assessment is most important?
Auscultate lungs bilaterally
Inspect skin on the back
Palpate abdomen and neck
Percuss abdomen and flank
What staging system is being use for neuroblastoma
TNM
INSS
BCLC
A child with neuroblastoma is scheduled for chemotherapy. Which of the following nursing interventions is MOST important to implement before administering the chemotherapy?
Assess the child's neurological status.
Obtain a complete blood count (CBC)
Administer antiemetics
Monitor the child's urine output
A child with neuroblastoma has undergone surgery to remove the tumor. The nurse anticipates which of the following postoperative findings?
Increased appetite
Weight gain
Pain at the surgical site
Constipation
What of the following are NOT a common sign and symptoms found in a child with neuroblastoma?
A lump on the abdomen/ pelvic region
dark circles around eyes
growth at the lower back
bone pain
