PCC EXAM #2
Which route is the most common for administration of chemotherapy? a. oral b. intrathecal c. IV d. intraperitoneal
IV
A 70-year-old male patient has multiple myeloma. His wife calls to report that he sleeps most of the day, is confused when awake, and reports nausea and constipation. Which complication of cancer is this most likely caused by? a. hypercalcemia b. tumor lysis syndrome c. spinal cord compression d. superior vena cava syndrome
a
A client is admitted to the hospital for acute gastritis and ascites secondary to chronic alcohol use and cirrhosis. It is most important for the nurse to assess this client for: a. blood in the stool b. food intolerances c. complaints of nausea d. hourly urine output
a
A complication of the hyperviscosity of polycythemai is a. thrombosis b. cardiomyopathy c. pulmonary edema d. disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
a
A nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a client who has neutropenia as a result of radiation therapy for the treatment of lung cancer. Which of the following should the nurse plan to include in the teaching? A. Bottled water is an appropriate choice to increase fluid intake. B. The salad bar is a healthy choice when dining out. C. Soft-boiled eggs are an appropriate source of protein. D. Eating at a buffet is a good choice to increase caloric intake.
a
A nurse is reviewing the CBC findings for a female client who is receiving combination chemotherapy for breast cancer. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? A. WBC 2300/mm3 B. RBC 5 million/mm3 C. Hemoglobin 12 g/dL D. Platelets 155,000/mm3
a
A patient has recently been diagnosed with early stages of breast cancer. What is the most appropriate for the nurse to focus on? a. maintaining the patient's hope b. preparing a will and advance directives c. discussing replacement child care for the patient's children d. discussing the patient's past experiences with her grandmother's cancer
a
A patient with hepatitis A is in the acute phase. The nurse plans care for the patient based on the knowledge that : a. itching is a common problem with jaundice in this phase b. the patient is most likely to transmit. the disease during this phase c. GI symptoms are not as severe in hep A as they are in B d. extrahepatic manifestations of glomerulonephritis and polyarteritis are common in this place
a
A patient's blood test report reveals a lipase level of 200 U/L and an amylase level of 150 U/L. Which complication does the nurse suspect based on the findings? a. acute pancreatitis b. hemolytic problem c. obstructive jaundice d. hepatic encephalopathy
a
After radiation treatment, a client reports dryness, redness, and scaling of his skin occurring within the designated radiation treatment markings. The nurse should instruct the client to take which of the following actions? A. Apply hydrating lotions. B. Apply moist heat. C. Sit in the sun for 10 min per day. D. Wash with plain soap and water.
a
An elderly woman reports weakness, abdominal pain, and vaginal bleeding. The patient's diagnostic test reports describe anemia and an enlarged spleen. Which condition is consistent with these findings? a. liver cirrhosis b. pancreatic cancer c. acute liver failure d. acute pancreatitis
a
In planning care for a patient with metastatic liver cancer, the nurse should include interventions that: a. focus primarily on symptomatic and comfort measures b. reassure the patient that chemotherapy offers a good prognosis c. promote the patient's confidence that surgical excision of the tumor will be successful d. provide info needed for the patient to make decisions about liver transplantation
a
The primary protective role of the immune system related to malignant cells is a. surveillance for cells with tumor-associated antigens b. binding with free antigen released by malignant cells c. production of blocking factors that immobilize cancer cells d. responding to a new set of antigenic determinants on cancer cells
a
When caring for a patient with thrombocytopenia, the nurse instructs the patient to a. dab his or her nose instead of blowing b. be careful when shaving with a safety razor c. continue with physical activities to stimulate thrombopoiesis d. avoid aspirin because it may mask the fever that occurs with thrombocytopenia
a
When discussing risk factors for breast cancer with a group of women, you emphasize that the greatest risk factor for breast cancer is a. being a woman over age 60 b. experiencing menstruation for 30 years or more c. using hormone therapy for 5 years for menopausal symptoms d. having a paternal grandmother with postmenopausal breast cancer
a
Which is the only definitive means of diagnosing cancer? a. tissue biopsy b. mammography c. liver function studies d. CT scan
a
Which system is based on the anatomic extent of the malignant disease? a. clinical staging b. carcinoma in situ c. histologic grading d. TNM classification
a
Which tumor characteristic does the term "malignant" describe? A) Behavior B) Neoplasm C) Anatomic site D) Tissue of origin
a
Which characteristics are present in a malignant neoplasm? (select all) a. infiltrative growth b. rare reoccurrence c. metastasis is absent d. moderate vascularity e. usually encapsulated f. abnormal cell characteristics
a, d, f
Priority nursing actions when caring for a hospitalized patient with a new-onset temperature of 102.2 and severe neutropenia include (select all) a. starting the prescribed antibiotic STAT b. drawing peripheral and central line blood cultures c. ongoing monitoring of the patient's vital signs for septic shock d. taking a full set of vital signs and notifying the physician immediately e. administering transfusions of WBCs treated to decrease immunogenicity
a,b,c,d
The nursing management of a patient in sickle cell crisis includes (select all) a. monitoring CBC b. optimal pain management and O2 therapy c. blood transfusions if needed and iron chelation d. rest as needed and deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis e. administration of IV iron and diet high in iron content
a,b,c,d
A patient with chronic hepatitis C virus infection is admitted to the hospital. Which factors contribute to this patient's high risk for development of cirrhosis? (select all) a. diabetes mellitus b. alcohol consumption c. history of regular smoking d. elevated total cholesterol level e. diet high in sodium and fatty foods
a,b,d
Nursing management of the patient with acute pancreatitis includes (select all): a. administering pain medication b. checking for signs of hypocalcemia c. providing a diet low in carbs d. giving insulin based on a sliding scale e. monitoring for infection, particularly respiratory tract infection
a,b,e
Nursing interventions for a patient with severe anemia related to PUD include (select all) a. instructions for high-iron diet b. taking vital signs every 8 hours c. monitoring stools for occult blood d. teaching self-injection of erythropoietin e. administration of vitamin B12 injection
a,c
You are a community health nurse planning a program on breast cancer screening guidelines for women in the neighborhood. Which recommendations you would include? (select all) a. women over age 55 may have biennial screening b. screening should end when the women reaches age 65 c. women aged 45-54 years should be screened annually d. regular screening mammography should start at age 45 years e. clinical breast examinations can be used if the woman has average risk
a,c,d
What features of cancer cells distinguish them from normal cells?(select all) a. cells lack contact inhibition b. cells undergo rapid proliferation c. cells return to a previous undifferentiated state d. proliferation occurs when there is a need for more cells e. new proteins characteristic of embryonic stage emerge on cell membrane
a,c,e
Which factors would place a patient at higher risk for prostate cancer (select all that apply)? a. older than 65 years b. Asian or Native American c. long-term use of an indwelling urethral catheter d. father diagnosed and treated for early stage prostate cancer e. previous history of undescended testicle and testicular cancer
a,d
A nurse is caring for a client who has cirrhosis and a new prescription for lactulose. Which of the following manifestations indicates an adverse effect of the medication? A. Dry mouth B. Vomiting C. Headache D. Peripheral edema
b
A nurse is caring for a client who has lung cancer and is scheduled for a lobectomy. The nurse should prepare the client to expect which of the following after the procedure? A. A sternal incision B. A chest tube C. Moderate pain D. Pulmonary function studies
b
A nurse is caring for a client who has myelosuppression after receiving chemotherapy. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects? A. Anorexia and malnutrition B. Bleeding from the gums C. Diarrhea and dehydration D. Full body alopecia
b
A nurse is planning care for a client who is being treated with chemotherapy and radiation for metastatic breast cancer, and who has neutropenia. The nurse should include which of the following restrictions in the client's plan of care? A. All visitors from entering the client's room B. Fresh flowers and potted plants in the room C. Oral fluid intake to between meals only D. Activities that could result in bleeding
b
A nurse is teaching a client about the side effects of chemotherapy medication. Which of the following nursing statements should the nurse include in the teaching? A. "Most clients do not experience nausea." B. "Hair loss is common and includes eyebrows and eyelashes." C. "Most clients start to gain weight during their treatment." D. "Clients lose their hair, but it usually grows back nice and thick."
b
A patient has been told that she has elevated liver enzymes caused by nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. The nursing teaching plan should include: a. having genetic testing done b. recommending a heart-healthy diet c. the necessity to reduce weight rapidly d. avoiding alcohol until liver enzymes return to normal
b
A patient is diagnosed with chronic liver cirrhosis. The nurse expects which assessment finding when examining the abdomen? a. liver dullness b. hard, enlarged liver c. rebound tenderness d. absence of liver dullness
b
A patient with acute hepatitis B is being discharged. The discharge teaching plan should include instructions to: a. avoid alcohol for the first 3 weeks b. use a condom during sexual intercourse c. have family members get an injection of immunoglobulin d. follow a low-protein, moderate-carbohydrate, moderate-fat diet
b
Teaching in relation to home management after a laparoscopic cholecystectomy should include a. keeping the bandages on the puncture sites for 48 hours. b. reporting any bile-colored drainage or pus from any incision. c. using over-the-counter antiemetics if nausea and vomiting occur. d. emptying and measuring the contents of the bile bag from the T tube every day
b
The nurse explains to a patient undergoing brachytherapy of the cervix that she: a. must undergo simulation to locate the treatment area b. requires the use of radioactive precautions during nursing care c. may have desquamation of the skin on teh abdomen and upper legs d. requires shielding of the ovaries during treatment to prevent ovarian damage
b
The nurse receives an order for a patient with lung cancer to receive influenza vaccine and pneumococcal vaccines. The nurse will: a. call the provider to question the order b. give both vaccines at the same time in different arms c. give the pneumococcal vaccine and obtain a nasal influenza vaccine d. give the flu shot and tell the patient to come back in 1 week to have the pneumococcal vaccine
b
The patient with advanced cirrhosis asks why his abdomen is so swollen. The nurse's response is based on the knowledge that: a. a lack of clotting factors promotes the collection of blood in the abdominal cavity b. portal hypertension and hypoalbuminemia cause a fluid shift. into the peritoneal space c. decreased peristalsis in the GI tract contributes to gas formation and distention of the bowel d. bile salts in the blood irritate the peritoneal membranes, causing edema and pocketing of fluid
b
To prevent fever and shivering during an infusion of rituximab (Rituxan), the nurse should premedicate the patient with a. aspirin. b. acetaminophen. c. sodium bicarbonate. d. meperidine (Demerol).
b
When obtaining assessment data from a patient with a microcytic, hypochromic anemia, the nurse would ask the patient about: a. folic acid intake b. dietary intake of iron c. a history of gastric surgery d. a history of sickle cell anemia
b
When reviewing the patient's hematologic laboratory values after a splenectomy, the nurse would expect to find a. RBC abnormalities. b. increased WBC count. c. decreased hemoglobin. d. increased platelet count.
b
Which hepatitis virus is transmitted from mother to fetus? a. A b. B c. C d. E
b
Which medication increases a patient's risk for constipation? a. amoxicillin/clavulanate b. vincristine c. furosemide d. demecloclycline
b
Which medication may be prescribed for a patient who has peripheral neuropathy after taking chemotherapy? a. furosemide b. gabapentin c. metoclopramide d. morphine sulfate
b
Which term is used for a malignant bone tumor? a. carcinoma b. osteosarcoma c. neuroblastoma d. chondrosarcoma
b
Which type of chemotherapy drug causes severe local tissue breakdown and necrosis if inadvertently infiltrated into the skin? a. irritant b. vesicant c. extravasation d. intraarterial chemotherapy
b
The nurse caring for a patient with suspected acute cholecystitis would anticipate (select all): a. ordering a low-sodium diet b. administration of IV fluids c. monitoring of LFTs d. administration of antiemetics for patients with nausea e. insertion of an indwelling catheter to monitor urinary output
b,c,d
Which information about diet would the nurse provide for a patient who is diagnosed with acute pancreatitis? (select all) a. limit fluid intake b. consume a low-fat diet c. avoid consuming alcohol d. consume a low-carbohydrate diet e. consume a high-carbohydrate diet
b,c,e
Which precautions would the nurse follow while caring for a patient with both hepatitis A and B infections? (select all) a. keep the patient in a private room, and close the door b. carefully dispose of the needles and syringes used for the patient c. wear gloves while handling articles contaminated by urine or feces d. always wear a mask, gown, and gloves when entering the patient's room e. follow procedures while injecting the patient and avoid getting stuck by the used needle
b,c,e
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving cisplatin for treatment of ovarian cancer. The client's most recent complete blood count (CBC) is shown in the table below. It is important for the nurse to consider which of the following for the client? WBC = 1,400; RBC = 4.3 x 10^12; Hgb = 12.1; Hct = 36.5%; Platelets = 170,000; Albumin = 4.5 A. The client has an increased risk for bleeding. B. The client should receive a diet with increased protein. C. The client has an increased risk of infection. D. The client should receive an erythropoiesis stimulating agent.
c
A nurse is caring for a client who is to start chemotherapy for advanced breast cancer. She tells the nurse she is worried about the adverse effects of the treatment. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? A. "I will have your provider discuss the adverse effects with you before the treatment begins." B. "Someone from the American Cancer Society will be here soon to answer your questions." C. "What is it about the adverse effects that concern you? D. "I agree. Sometimes the adverse effects can be worse than the disease."
c
A nurse is planning care for a client who has end-stage cirrhosis of the liver with encephalopathy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to implement to decrease the client's ammonia level? A. Administer diuretics. B. Restrict the client's intake of fluids. C. Reduce the client's intake of protein. D. Administer vitamin K.
c
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has breast cancer about the adverse effects of chemotherapy. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching? A. "I will take the antiemetic as soon as the chemotherapy infusion is complete." B. "I will run my toothbrush in the dishwasher every month." C. "I'll call my doctor if I notice any unusual menstrual bleeding." D. "I will avoid crowds to keep from infecting others."
c
A nurse is teaching self-management to a client who has hepatitis B. Which of the following Instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? A. You may donate blood 6 months after completing the medication regimen. B. Consume a high-protein diet. C. Rest frequently throughout the day. D. Take acetaminophen every 4 hr, as needed, for discomfort
c
A patient on chemotherapy and radiation for head and neck cancer has a WBC count of 1,900, Hgb of 10.8, and platelet count of 99,000. Based on the CBC results, what is the most serious clinical finding? a. cough, rhinitis, sore throat b. fatigue, nausea, and skin redness at site of radiation c. temp of 101.9, fatigue and SOB d. skin redness at site of radiation, headache, and constipation
c
A patient with multiple myeloma becomes confused and lethargic. The nurse would expect that these clinical manifestations may be explained by diagnostic results that indicate a. hyperkalemia b. hyperuricemia c. hypercalcemia d. CNS myeloma
c
A patient with pancreatic cancer is admitted to the hospital for evaluation of treatment options. The patient asks the nurse to explain the Whipple procedure that the surgeon has described. The explanation includes: a. creating a bypass around the obstruction caused by the tumor by joining the gallbladder and the jejunum b. resection of the entire pancreas and the distal part of the stomach, with anastomosis of the common bile duct and the stomach into the duodenum c. removal of part of the pancreas, part of the stomach, the duodenum, and the gallbladder, with joining of the pancreatic duct, the common bile duct, and the stomach into the jejunum d. removal. of the pancreas, duodenum, and spleen, and attachment of the stomach to the jejunum, which requires oral supplementation of pancreatic digestive enzymes and insulin replacement therapy
c
A patient with stage I colorectal cancer is scheduled for surgery. Patient teaching for this patient would. include an explanation that: a. chemotherapy will begin after the patient recovers from surgery b. both chemotherapy and radiation can be used as palliative treatments c. follow-up colonoscopies will be needed to ensure that the cancer does not recur d. a wound, ostomy, and continence nurse will visit the patient to identify the site for the ostomy
c
DIC is a disorder in which a. the coagulation pathway is genetically altered, leading to thrombus formation in all major blood vessels b. an underlying disease depletes hemolytic factors in the blood, leading to diffuse thrombotic episodes and infarcts c. a disease process stimulates coagulation processes with resultant thrombosis, as well as depletion of clotting factors, leading to diffuse clotting and hemorrhage d. an inherited predisposition causes a deficiency of clotting factors that leads to overstimulation of coagluation processes in the vasculature
c
In a severely anemic patient, the nurse would expect to find: a. cyanosis and cardiomegaly b. pulmonary edema and fibrosis c. dyspnea at rest and tachycardia d. ventricular dysrhythmias and wheezing
c
Preoperatively, to meet the psychological needs of a woman scheduled for a simple mastectomy, you would: a. discuss the limitations of breast reconstruction b. include her significant other in all conversations c. promote an environment for expression of feelings d. explain the importance of regular follow-up screening
c
The goals of cancer treatment are based on the principle that: a. surgery is the single most effective treatment for cancer b. initial treatment is always directed toward cure of the cancer c. a combination of treatment modalities is effective for controlling many cancers d. although cancer cure is rare, quality of life can be increased with treatment modalities
c
The nurse is aware that a major difference between Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is that a. Hodgkin's occurs only in young adults b. Hodgkin's is considered potentially curable c. Non-Hodgkin's. can manifest in multiple areas d. Non-Hodgkin's is treated only with radiation
c
Trends in the incidence and death rates of cancer include the fact that: a. a higher percentage of women than men have lung cancer. b. lung cancer is the most common type of cancer in men. c. African Americans have a higher death rate from cancer than whites. d. breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in women.
c
What is an oncogene? a. carcinogen b. prooncogene c. tumor-inducing gene d. tumor-suppressing gene
c
Which action should the nurse in the ED take first for a new patient who is vomiting blood? a. insert a large-gauge IV catheter b. draw blood for coagulation studies c. check blood pressure and heart rate d. place the patient in the supine position
c
Which condition is indicated by a grade III histologic classification? a. anaplasia b. mild dysplasia c. severe dysplasia d. moderate dysplasia
c
Which goal of a cancer treatment plan focuses on cancers that cannot be eradicated but are responsive to anticancer therapies? a. cure b. biopsy c. control d. palliation
c
Which statement by a student nurse indicates a need for further teaching about nutritional therapy in patients with acute pancreatitis? a. "I should feed the patient through a nasojejunal tube" b. "I will monitor the patient's blood triglyceride levels" c. "I will include high-fat foods in the patient's dietary plan" d. "I should give small quantities of food frequently to the patient"
c
Which type of kidney damage is related to the adverse effects of chemotherapy? a. acute toxicity b. delayed effect c. chronic toxicity d. prolonged toxicity
c
A nurse is caring for a patient who has cirrhosis of the liver. Which clinical manifestations would the nurse expect to find? (select all) a. white patches on skin b. deposits of dark pigments c. small areas of bleeding into the skin d. vascular lesions formed by small blood vessels e. small dilated blood vessels with spiderlike branches
c,d,e
A characteristic of the stage of progression in cancer development is: a. oncogenic viral transformation of target cells b. a reversible steady growth. facilitated by carcinogens c. a period of latency before clinical detection of cancer d. proliferation of cancer cells despite host control mechanisms
d
A nurse is caring for a client who has acute pancreatitis. After treating the client's pain, which of the following should the nurse address as the priority intervention? A. Auscultate the client's lungs. B. Assist the client to a side-lying position. C. Provide oral hygiene. D. Withhold oral fluids and food.
d
A nurse is caring for a client who has cancer and is scheduled for immediate chemotherapy. The client tells the nurse that she wants to try nontraditional treatments first. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? A. "Using nontraditional treatments is not a good Idea. I'd rather you avoid that route." B. "A lot of people think nontraditional treatments will work, and they find out too late that they made the wrong choice." C. "Your provider is very knowledgeable. If he prescribes chemotherapy, it's the best treatment for you." D. "Tell me more about your concerns about taking chemotherapy."
d
A nurse is caring for a client who has just been diagnosed with cancer of the colon. The client asks the nurse several questions about what the provider might be planning to do. Which of the following nursing responses should the nurse make? A. Provide the client with articles from the Internet that explain colon cancer stages. B. Assure the client that the provider will explain what has been planned. C. Explain the various options available for treatment based on the cancer stage. D. Encourage the client to write down questions to ask the provider.
d
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a right-sided mastectomy and has a drain connected to a portable drainage evacuator. Which of the following actions should the nurse? A. Dangle the operative limb for 5 min every hour. B. Place the head of the client's bed at a 15° angle. C. Keep the wound drain evacuator fully expanded at all times. D. Take blood pressures on the client's non-affected arm.
d
A nurse is evaluating a client's laboratory results. The nurse should recognize that an increase in the client's prostate specific antigen (PSA) laboratory value is indicative of which of the following diagnoses? A. Breast cancer B. Colon cancer C. Liver cancer D. Prostatic cancer
d
A nurse is preparing a client who is to receive chemotherapy for treatment of ovarian cancer. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? A. Tell the client to expect dark stools following chemotherapy. B. Have the client floss 4 times daily. C. Have the client swish with commercial mouthwash before therapy. D. Administer an antiemetic prior to the procedure.
d
A nurse is teaching for a client who is to begin taking tamoxifen to treat breast cancer. The nurse should instruct the client to expect which of the following findings as an adverse effect of the medication? A. Tinnitis B. Constipation C. Urinary retention D. Hot flashes
d
A patient on chemotherapy for 10 weeks started at a weight of 121 lb. She now weighs 118 lb and has no sense of taste. Which nursing intervention would be a priority? a. Discuss with the physician the need for parenteral or enteral feedings. b. Advise the patient to eat foods that are fatty, fried, or high in calories. c. Advise the patient to drink a nutritional supplement beverage at least three times a day. d. Advise the patient to experiment with spices and seasonings to enhance the flavor of food.
d
A patient with advanced cirrhosis who has ascites is SOB and has an increased RR. The nurse should: a. initiate oxygen therapy at 2 L/min to increase gas exchange b. notify the health care provider so that a paracentesis can be performed c. ask the patient to cough and breathe deeply to clear respiratory secretions d. place the patient in Fowler's position to relieve pressure on the diaphragm
d
Because myelodysplastic syndrome arises from the pluripotent hematopoietic stem cell in the bone marrow, laboratory results the nurse would expect to find include a(n): a. excess of T cells b. excess of platelets c. deficiency of granulocytes d. deficiency of all cellular blood components
d
Complications of transfusions that can be decreased by using leukocyte depletion or reduction of RBC transfusion are a. chills and hemolysis b. leukostasis and neutrophilia c. fluid overload and pulmonary edema d. transmission of cytomegalovirus and fever
d
Multiple drugs are often used in combinations to treat leukemia and lymphoma because a. there are fewer toxic and side effects. b. the chance that one drug will be effective is increased. c. the drugs are more effective without causing side effects. d. the drugs work by different mechanisms to maximize killing of malignant cells.
d
The most common type of leukemia in adults in western countries is a. acute myelocytic leukemia b. acute lymphocytic leukemia c. chronic myelocytic leukemia d. chronic lymphocytic leukemia
d
The most effective method of administering a chemo agent that is a vesicant is to: a. give it orally b. give it intraarterially c. use an Ommaya reservoir d. use a central venous access device
d
The nurse counsels the patient receiving radiation therapy or chemotherapy that: a. effective birth control methods should be used for the rest of the patient's life b. after successful treatment, patients can expect a return to their previous level of function c. the cycle of fatigue-depression-fatigue that may occur during treatment may be reduced by restricting activity d. N/V can usually be managed with antiemetic drugs, diet modification, and other interventions
d
The nurse is caring for a 59-year-old woman who had surgery 1 day ago to remove an ovarian cancer mass. The patient is awaiting the pathology report. She is tearful and says that she is scared to die. The most effective nursing intervention at this point is to use this opportunity to: a. motivate change in an unhealthy lifestyle b. teach her about the 7 warning signs of cancer c. discuss healthy stress relief and coping practices d. let her communicate about the meaning of this experience
d
The nurse would expect that a patient with von Willebrand disease undergoing surgery would be treated with administration of vWF and a. thrombin b. factor VI c. factor VII d. factor VIII
d
Which action would be included in the diagnostic plan for a patient who is suspected of having cancer? a. clinical staging b. histologic grading c. immunologic surveillance d. identification of risk factors
d
Which cells have the most rapid rate of proliferation? a. cartilage b. myocardium c. ova or sperm cells d. bone marrow stem cells
d
Which condition would the nurse suspect when a patient's assessment findings include asterixis, hyperventilation, fetor hepaticus, and continuous lip smacking? a. hepatitis b. liver cirrhosis c. hepatorenal syndrome d. hepatic encephalopathy
d
Which type of radiation therapy involves the oral administration of radioactive sources? a. particulate b. teletherapy c. brachytherapy d. radiopharmaceutical
d
You are caring for a patient with breast cancer following a simple mastectomy. Postoperatively, to restore arm function on the affected side, you would: a. apply heating pads or blankets to increase circulation b. place daily ice packs to minimize the risk for lymphedema c. teach passive exercises with the affected arm in a dependent position d. emphasize regular exercise for the affected shoulder to increase ROM
d
