mr. singh HESI

None of the data in Mr. Singh's history predisposed him to developing lymphoma. Which of the following factors could increase a person's risk for lymphoma?

AIDS History of kidney transplant

Which of the following results would be cause for concern?

White blood cell count (WBC) 1,000/mm3

You care for many patients with lymphoma and know that the pathophysiology of lymphoma involves:

a primary malignancy of the lymphatic system

Side effects of Mr. Singh's radiation treatments may include:

anorexia N/V skin changes sore throat

Mr. Singh is anorexic, but you would like to improve his nutrition. Which of the following might help?

ask Mrs. singh to bring mr. Singh's favorite foods from home

Mr. Singh experienced a number of emotional reactions when he learned of his diagnosis. Common, normal responses to a diagnosis of cancer can include:

fear denial anger depression

Mr. Singh is also taught that the burning he feels can be prevented or alleviated with which of the following positions?

fowler's

Mr. Singh's diagnosis was ultimately confirmed by:

lymph node biopsy

You teach Mr. Singh that during radiation treatments he will:

need to lie perfectly still

Given Mr. Singh's present condition, which of the following goals should take priority?

providing for Mr. Singh's comfort

Which of the following referrals can be useful to a person like Mr. Singh, who is recently diagnosed with cancer?

social worker psychiatric nurse clinician american cancer society clergy patients with similar diagnoses

With regard to using the PCA pump, you teach Mr. Singh and his wife that he:

~can administer pain medication himself within present limits

Because of Mr. Singh's terminally ill state, which of the following should be initiated?

~hospice care should be suggested ~Mr. Singh's wishes with regard to aggressive life-saving interventions should be determined

A comprehensive plan of care is prepared for Mr. Singh. You appropriately address which of the following in Mr. Singh's plan of care?

~pain ~risk for impaired skin integrity ~imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements ~deficient fluid volume ~fatigue

With regard to the radiation monitor badge, you correctly:

~wear the badge at all times of potential exposure ~avoid sharing the badge with other staff members ~