ONS ONCC CHEMO RENEWAL EXAM LATEST ACTUAL
EXAM 60 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES|AGRADE
Which of the following factors play a major role in the prevention of colon cancer? -
ANSWER: Diet
Which of the folllowing offers the best explanation as to why a patient with
metastatic breast cancer would experience pain at the site of metastasis with the
initiation of tamoxifen? The patient is experiencing: - ANSWER: a common,
temporary reaction to initial tamoxifen therapy.
Which medication does the nurse expect to be ordered for a patient diagnosed with
lymphomatous meningitis? - ANSWER: Cytarabine
What is the most likely cause of palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia? - ANSWER:
Rupture of capillaries from pressure and friction
With which activities should a NIOSH-approved respirator be worn? - ANSWER:
Cleaning up a hazardous drug spill
Which of the following is the most appropriate intervention when discussing
concerns about intimacy with a patient who is receiving treatment? - ANSWER: Using
the PLISSIT model to promote discussion
A patient receiving docetaxel asks why dexamethasone is prescribed. The nurse's
best response is that it prevents: - ANSWER: fluid retention.
A patient reports pruritus above the peripheral IV site while receiving an infusion of
doxorubicin. The nurse observes redness along the vein, with a brisk, sustained
blood return. This most likely indicates: - ANSWER: a flare reaction.
Which of the following interventions is recommended for a patient who has
developed a wheal and pain at the peripheral IV site during an infusion of
doxorubicin? - ANSWER: Administer dexrazoxane.
Which of the following statements made by a patient with glioblastoma who is
receiving radiation therapy indicates an adequate understanding of the teaching
provided? - ANSWER: "I could have permanent hair loss."
A nulliparous 60-year-old obese female with diabetes is experiencing
postmenopausal bleeding. The patient is at greatest risk for developing which type of
cancer? - ANSWER: Endometrial
EXAM 60 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES|AGRADE
Which of the following factors play a major role in the prevention of colon cancer? -
ANSWER: Diet
Which of the folllowing offers the best explanation as to why a patient with
metastatic breast cancer would experience pain at the site of metastasis with the
initiation of tamoxifen? The patient is experiencing: - ANSWER: a common,
temporary reaction to initial tamoxifen therapy.
Which medication does the nurse expect to be ordered for a patient diagnosed with
lymphomatous meningitis? - ANSWER: Cytarabine
What is the most likely cause of palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia? - ANSWER:
Rupture of capillaries from pressure and friction
With which activities should a NIOSH-approved respirator be worn? - ANSWER:
Cleaning up a hazardous drug spill
Which of the following is the most appropriate intervention when discussing
concerns about intimacy with a patient who is receiving treatment? - ANSWER: Using
the PLISSIT model to promote discussion
A patient receiving docetaxel asks why dexamethasone is prescribed. The nurse's
best response is that it prevents: - ANSWER: fluid retention.
A patient reports pruritus above the peripheral IV site while receiving an infusion of
doxorubicin. The nurse observes redness along the vein, with a brisk, sustained
blood return. This most likely indicates: - ANSWER: a flare reaction.
Which of the following interventions is recommended for a patient who has
developed a wheal and pain at the peripheral IV site during an infusion of
doxorubicin? - ANSWER: Administer dexrazoxane.
Which of the following statements made by a patient with glioblastoma who is
receiving radiation therapy indicates an adequate understanding of the teaching
provided? - ANSWER: "I could have permanent hair loss."
A nulliparous 60-year-old obese female with diabetes is experiencing
postmenopausal bleeding. The patient is at greatest risk for developing which type of
cancer? - ANSWER: Endometrial
