CSO EXAM PREP 2024-2025 WITH
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AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
A cancer patient is unable to provide self-care. His disease is progressing rapidly and prognosis is poor.
Which number likely represents his Karnofsky Performance Status?
A. 100
B. 70
C. 40
D. 0 - ANS-C. 40
Disabled; requires special care & assistance.
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0 - DEAD
100 - no evidence of disease
What can a cancer patient do to reduce the likelihood of experiencing cold dysesthesia while receiving
treatment with Oxaliplatin? - ANS-•Do not drink cold drinks or use ice cubes in drinks.
•Do not put ice or ice packs on your body.
•Do not take things from the freezer or refrigerator without wearing gloves.
•Drink fluids warm or at room temperature.
•Always drink through a straw.
,•Do not use ice chips if you have nausea or a sore mouth.
A patient with newly diagnosed pancreatic cancer completes the Scored Patient-Generated Subjective
Global Assessment (PG-SGA©) with information regarding weight, food intake, symptoms and
activities/functional status. The additive score is 10. What does this score mean?
A. No intervention is required at this time.
B. Requires intervention by RD with RN or MD
C. Indicates a critical need for improved symptom management &/or nutrient intervention options -
ANS->/= 9 Indicates a critical need for improved symptom management &/or nutrient intervention
options
A cancer patient is fully active and able to carry on all pre-disease activities without restrictions. Which
Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) grade is appropriate?
A. Grade 0
B. Grade 1
C. Grade 2
D. Grade 3 - ANS-A. Grade 0 is fully active and able to carry on all pre-disease activities without
restrictions.
(KS 90-100)
For Cancer Prevention: The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) recommends that Americans
stay physically active for at least ______minutes every day - ANS-For Cancer Prevention: The American
Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) recommends that Americans are physically active for at least 30
minutes every day. Limit sedentary behavior like watching TV.
If the pyloric valve (located at the base of the stomach) was removed or manipulated during surgery, the
patient is at risk for _______________________________ - ANS-DUMPING SYNDROME
If the pyloric valve (located at the base of the stomach) was removed or manipulated during surgery, the
patient is at risk for DUMPING SYNDROME
True or False
A patient with a new ileostomy should avoid both soluble and insoluble fiber after surgery - ANS-TRUE
Patients should avoid SOLUBLE fiber until the surgeon confirms the intestine has healed.
, Nestle Health Science suggests limiting MCT oil to _____mL/day - ANS-Nestle Health Science suggests
limiting MCT oil to 100 mL/day (~6.5 TBSP) =760 kcals
True or False
The ketogenic diet limits carbohydrate intake to 5-10% of the total diet, typically between 15-50 grams
daily - ANS-True
The ketogenic diet limits carbohydrate intake to 5-10% of the total diet, typically between 15-50 grams
daily
Generally, the Macrobiotic diet is made up of these foods: - ANS-The Macrobiotic diet is made up of:
•organic whole grains (50% of food intake)
•locally grown, organic fruits/vegs (25% of diet)
•soups made with vegetables, seaweed, beans, fermented soy (miso) (up to 25% food intake)
Generally, the Macrobiotic diet does NOT include
A. Dairy, eggs, poultry, red meat
B. Artificial flavors, processed foods or chemical additives
C. Mango, pineapple and papaya
D. Both A & B
E. Answers A, B & C - ANS-Answer: E
Zoledronic acid (Zometa®) is a supportive care drug in the category of bisphosphonates that can be used
to decrease complications produced by metastasis to the:
A. Brain
B. Bone
C. Liver
D. Kidney - ANS-Zoledronic acid (Zometa®) is a supportive care drug in the category of bisphosphonates
to decrease complications produced by metastasis to the: B. BONE
CORRECT 100% LATEST QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
A cancer patient is unable to provide self-care. His disease is progressing rapidly and prognosis is poor.
Which number likely represents his Karnofsky Performance Status?
A. 100
B. 70
C. 40
D. 0 - ANS-C. 40
Disabled; requires special care & assistance.
**************************************************
0 - DEAD
100 - no evidence of disease
What can a cancer patient do to reduce the likelihood of experiencing cold dysesthesia while receiving
treatment with Oxaliplatin? - ANS-•Do not drink cold drinks or use ice cubes in drinks.
•Do not put ice or ice packs on your body.
•Do not take things from the freezer or refrigerator without wearing gloves.
•Drink fluids warm or at room temperature.
•Always drink through a straw.
,•Do not use ice chips if you have nausea or a sore mouth.
A patient with newly diagnosed pancreatic cancer completes the Scored Patient-Generated Subjective
Global Assessment (PG-SGA©) with information regarding weight, food intake, symptoms and
activities/functional status. The additive score is 10. What does this score mean?
A. No intervention is required at this time.
B. Requires intervention by RD with RN or MD
C. Indicates a critical need for improved symptom management &/or nutrient intervention options -
ANS->/= 9 Indicates a critical need for improved symptom management &/or nutrient intervention
options
A cancer patient is fully active and able to carry on all pre-disease activities without restrictions. Which
Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) grade is appropriate?
A. Grade 0
B. Grade 1
C. Grade 2
D. Grade 3 - ANS-A. Grade 0 is fully active and able to carry on all pre-disease activities without
restrictions.
(KS 90-100)
For Cancer Prevention: The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) recommends that Americans
stay physically active for at least ______minutes every day - ANS-For Cancer Prevention: The American
Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) recommends that Americans are physically active for at least 30
minutes every day. Limit sedentary behavior like watching TV.
If the pyloric valve (located at the base of the stomach) was removed or manipulated during surgery, the
patient is at risk for _______________________________ - ANS-DUMPING SYNDROME
If the pyloric valve (located at the base of the stomach) was removed or manipulated during surgery, the
patient is at risk for DUMPING SYNDROME
True or False
A patient with a new ileostomy should avoid both soluble and insoluble fiber after surgery - ANS-TRUE
Patients should avoid SOLUBLE fiber until the surgeon confirms the intestine has healed.
, Nestle Health Science suggests limiting MCT oil to _____mL/day - ANS-Nestle Health Science suggests
limiting MCT oil to 100 mL/day (~6.5 TBSP) =760 kcals
True or False
The ketogenic diet limits carbohydrate intake to 5-10% of the total diet, typically between 15-50 grams
daily - ANS-True
The ketogenic diet limits carbohydrate intake to 5-10% of the total diet, typically between 15-50 grams
daily
Generally, the Macrobiotic diet is made up of these foods: - ANS-The Macrobiotic diet is made up of:
•organic whole grains (50% of food intake)
•locally grown, organic fruits/vegs (25% of diet)
•soups made with vegetables, seaweed, beans, fermented soy (miso) (up to 25% food intake)
Generally, the Macrobiotic diet does NOT include
A. Dairy, eggs, poultry, red meat
B. Artificial flavors, processed foods or chemical additives
C. Mango, pineapple and papaya
D. Both A & B
E. Answers A, B & C - ANS-Answer: E
Zoledronic acid (Zometa®) is a supportive care drug in the category of bisphosphonates that can be used
to decrease complications produced by metastasis to the:
A. Brain
B. Bone
C. Liver
D. Kidney - ANS-Zoledronic acid (Zometa®) is a supportive care drug in the category of bisphosphonates
to decrease complications produced by metastasis to the: B. BONE
