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The nurse is teaching the 47-year-old female client about
recommended screening practices for breast cancer. Which
statement by the client indicates understanding of the nurse's
instructions?
A. "My mother and grandmother had breast cancer, so I am
at risk."
B. "I get a mammography every 2 years since I turned 30."
C. "A clinical breast examination is performed every month
since I turned 40."
D. "A CT scan will be done every year after I turn 50."
Ans: A. A strong family history of breast cancer
indicates a risk for breast cancer. Annual screening
may be indicated for a strong family history. The
client may perform a self-breast examination
monthly; a clinical examination by a health care
provider is indicated annually. An annual
mammography is performed after age 40 or in
younger clients with a strong family history.
The nurse manager in a long-term care facility is developing
a plan for primary and secondary prevention of colorectal
cancer. Which tasks associated with the screening plan will
be delegated to nursing assistants within the facility?
A. Testing of stool specimens for occult blood
B. Teaching about the importance of dietary fiber
C. Referring clients for colonoscopy procedures
D. Giving vitamin and mineral supplements
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Ans: A. Testing of stool specimens for occult blood is
done according to a standardized protocol and can be
delegated to nursing assistants.
The nurse includes which of the following in teaching
regarding the warning signs of cancer? Select all that apply.
A. Persistent constipation
B. Scab present for 6 months
C. Curdlike vaginal discharge
D. Axillary swelling
E. Headache
Ans: A,B,D: Change in bowel habit, A sore that does
not heal, A lump or thickening in the breast or
elsewhere is a warning signal of cancer.
Which of these does the nurse recognize as the goal of
palliative surgery for the client with cancer?
A. Cure of the cancer
B. Relief of symptoms or improved quality of life
C. Allowing other therapies to be more effective
D. Prolonging the client's survival time
Ans: B. The focus of palliative surgery is to improve
quality of life during the survival time.
Which signs or symptoms should the nurse report
immediately because they indicate thrombocytopenia
secondary to cancer chemotherapy? Select all that apply.
A. Bruises
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Oncology NCLEX Latest Questions
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The nurse is teaching the 47-year-old female client about
recommended screening practices for breast cancer. Which
statement by the client indicates understanding of the nurse's
instructions?
A. "My mother and grandmother had breast cancer, so I am
at risk."
B. "I get a mammography every 2 years since I turned 30."
C. "A clinical breast examination is performed every month
since I turned 40."
D. "A CT scan will be done every year after I turn 50."
Ans: A. A strong family history of breast cancer
indicates a risk for breast cancer. Annual screening
may be indicated for a strong family history. The
client may perform a self-breast examination
monthly; a clinical examination by a health care
provider is indicated annually. An annual
mammography is performed after age 40 or in
younger clients with a strong family history.
The nurse manager in a long-term care facility is developing
a plan for primary and secondary prevention of colorectal
cancer. Which tasks associated with the screening plan will
be delegated to nursing assistants within the facility?
A. Testing of stool specimens for occult blood
B. Teaching about the importance of dietary fiber
C. Referring clients for colonoscopy procedures
D. Giving vitamin and mineral supplements
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Ans: A. Testing of stool specimens for occult blood is
done according to a standardized protocol and can be
delegated to nursing assistants.
The nurse includes which of the following in teaching
regarding the warning signs of cancer? Select all that apply.
A. Persistent constipation
B. Scab present for 6 months
C. Curdlike vaginal discharge
D. Axillary swelling
E. Headache
Ans: A,B,D: Change in bowel habit, A sore that does
not heal, A lump or thickening in the breast or
elsewhere is a warning signal of cancer.
Which of these does the nurse recognize as the goal of
palliative surgery for the client with cancer?
A. Cure of the cancer
B. Relief of symptoms or improved quality of life
C. Allowing other therapies to be more effective
D. Prolonging the client's survival time
Ans: B. The focus of palliative surgery is to improve
quality of life during the survival time.
Which signs or symptoms should the nurse report
immediately because they indicate thrombocytopenia
secondary to cancer chemotherapy? Select all that apply.
A. Bruises
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