NP III & IV Flashcards
- Which of the following statements by a 25 year old woman indicates that she understands BSE?
A. I will perform BSE every 3 months
B. I will wear latex gloves when doing BSE
C. I will do complete BSE on both breasts 7 to 10 days after menses
D. I will use the palms of my hands to perform BSE
C. I will do complete BSE on both breasts 7 to 10 days after menses
RATIONALE
A Correct: Perform BSE MONTHLY
B Correct: Without gloves
D Correct: Use fingerpads
- The nurse is instructing the client to perform a TSE. The nurse tells the client
A. To examine the testicles at bedtime while lying down
B. That the best tine for TSE is after a warm shower
C. To gently feel the testicles with one finger to feel for a growth
D. That TSE should be done at least every 6 months
B. That the best time for TSE is after a warm shower
RATIONALE
A Correct: To examine the testicles after warm bath/shower
C Correct: Use 2 hands
D Correct: Done MONTHLY on the same day
- A nurse is instructing a patient about a mammogram. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include during patient teaching?
A. Do not drink fluids for hours prior to the test
B. Do not use deodorant in the underarm area before the test
C. The x-ray procedure should be completed within one hour
D. No pain or discomfort will be experienced during the procedure
B. Do not use deodorant in the underarm area before the test
RATIONALE
It may cause false positive because it contains aluminum
A Correct: No GIT preparation
C Correct: Within few minutes only
D Correct: No pain but may cause discomfort during compression
- A client has a routine Pap smear test during a yearly gynecologic examination. The result reveals a class V finding. What should the nurse tell the client about this finding?
A. It’s normal and requires no action
B. It calls for a repeat Pap smear in 3 months
C. It calls for a repeat Pap smear in 6 weeks
D. It calls for a biopsy ASAP
D. It calls for a biopsy ASAP
RATIONALE
It is classified possibly malignant.
A Class I
B Class II
C Class III
- The physician wants to examine a client’s prostate gland. What equipment will be necessary for the exam?
A. Stethoscope
B. Lubricant and gloves
C. Thermometer and BP apparatus
D. Tuning fork and percussion hammer
B. Lubricant and gloves
RATIONALE
The physician will perform Digital Rectal Examination.
- A client undergoes a biopsy of a suspected lesion. The biopsy classifies the lesion according to the TNM staging system as follows: Tis, N0, M0. What does this classification mean?
A. No advance of primary tumor, no abnormal regional lymph nodes, and no evidence of distant metastasis
B. Carcinoma in situ, no abnormal regional lymph nodes, and no evidence of distant metastasis
C. Can’t assess tumor or regional lymph nodes and no evidence of metastasis
D. Carcinoma in situ, no demonstrable metastasis of the regional lymph nodes, and ascending degrees of distant metastasis
B. Carcinoma in situ [Tis], no abnormal regional lymph nodes [N0], and no evidence of distant metastasis [M0]
RATIONALE
A T0, N0, M0
C Tx, Nx, M0
D Tis, N1, M1
- A nurse is reviewing the diagnostic test results of a client who had a pap smear performed. The nurse notes that the physician has documented stage 1 cancer of the cervix. The nurse interprets that this finding indicates that the carcinoma:
A. Has extended beyond the cervix but not extended to the pelvic wall
B. Is confined to the cervix
C. Has extended to the pelvis wall and lower third of vagina
D. Has extended beyond the true pelvis or has involved the bladder or rectal wall
B. Is confined to the cervix
RATIONALE
A Stage 2
C Stage 3
D Stage 4
- Which statement by the client indicates to the nurse that the patient understands precautions necessary during sealed radiation therapy for cancer of the cervix?
A. “I should get out of bed and walk around in my room”
B. “My 7 year old twins should not come to visit me while I’m receiving treatment”
C. “I will not try to cough, because the force might make me expel the application”
D. “I know that my primary nurse has to wear one of those badges like the people in the x-ray department, but they are not necessary for anyone else who comes in here”
B. “My 7 year old twins should not come to visit me while I’m receiving treatment”
RATIONALE
Pregnant women and children is contraindicated to visit the patient.
A Patient should be in CBR
C Sealed RT is an implant
D Anyone should follow the STD principles
- The nurse is preparing a plan of care for a client who will be hospitalized for insertion of an internal cervical radiation implant. Which nursing intervention the nurse implements in preparation for the arrival of the client?
A. Prepare private room at the end of the hallway
B. Place a sign on the door that indicates that visitors are limited to 60 minutes visit per day
C. Assign one primary nurse to care for the client during the hospital stay
D. Have long handed forceps and trash bin available inside the room of patient
A. Prepare private room at the end of the hallway
RATIONALE
B Correct: Visitors are limited only to 30 minutes per day
C Correct: Nursing assignment is Rotational
D Correct: Long handed forceps and LEAD CONTAINER
- An adult is scheduled for a radioactive implant for treatment of cervical cancer. The nurse has instructed the client about care following the procedure. The nurse determines that the client has understood the instructions when she says,
A. “I will not be able to have any visitors when the implant is in place”
B. “I will need to use a bedside commode for bowel movements”
C. “I will have an indwelling catheter while the implant is in place”
D. “I will need to eat a high fiber diet while I am on bed”
C. “I will have an indwelling catheter while the implant is in place”
RATIONALE
A Correct: Visitors are allowed only for 30 minutes per day
B Correct: Bedside commode is not used since patient has already undergone cleansing enema before RT
D Correct: It should be low-fiber diet to minimize residue formation that could lead to defecation
- A client is in isolation after receiving an internal radioactive implant to treat cancer. 2 hours later, the nurse discovers the implant in the bed linens. What should the nurse do first?
A. Stand as far away as possible and call for help
B. Pick up the implant with long handed forceps and place it in a lead-lined container
C. Leave the room and notify the radiation therapy department immediately
D. Put the implant back in place, using forceps and shield for protection, and call for help
B. Pick up the implant with long handed forceps and place it in a lead-lined container
- Which statement by a client undergoing external radiation therapy indicates the need for further teaching?
A. “I will wash my skin with water only”
B. “I will not use my heating pad during my treatment”
C. “I will wear protective clothing when outside”
D. “I will expose my family to radiation”
D. “I will expose my family to radiation”
RATIONALE
Patient is not radioactive.
- Which of the following is true regarding external therapy?
A. It is called teletherapy and the most common complaint is an abnormal skin pigmentation
B. It is called brachytherapy and the most common complaint is having opportunistic infection
C. It is called chemotherapy and the most common complaint is having sore throat
D. It is called biotherapy and the most common complaint is having an abnormal skin pigmentation
A. It is called teletherapy and the most common complaint is an abnormal skin pigmentation
- A client with renal cancer is being treated preoperatively with radiation therapy. The nurse evaluates that the client has an understanding of proper care of the skin over the treatment field if the client states to:
A. Apply lotion to the affected skin
B. Wear tight clothing over the skin site to provide support
C. Avoid skin exposure to direct sunlight
D. Wash the ink marks off the skin
C. Avoid skin exposure to direct sunlight
RATIONALE
A Correct: Lotion is contraindicated, unless prescribed
B Correct: Loose clothing
D Correct: Avoid washing off/remove markings
- The nurse includes which of the following in the teaching plan related to external beam radiation?
A. “You will be placed on low protein diet”
B. “You will not be radioactive because of the treatment”
C. “An implant will be inserted in your body cavity”
D. “Only your body fluids are radioactive”
B. “You will not be radioactive because of the treatment”
RATIONALE
A Internal - Sealed
C Internal - Sealed
D Internal - Unsealed
- A client received chemotherapy 24 hours ago. Which precautions are necessary when caring for the client?
A. Wear sterile gloves
B. Place incontinence pads in the regular trash container
C. Wear personal protective equipment when handling blood, body fluids, and feces
D. Provide a urinal or bedpan to decrease the likelihood of soiling linens
C. Wear personal protective equipment when handling blood, body fluids, and feces
A Not necessary
B Correct: Radioactive container
D Not necessary
- Cytarabine (Cytosar) is prescribed for a client with acute lymphocytic leukemia. A nurse understands that this medication is classified as an antimetabolite and is:
A. Cell cycle phase non-specific medication
B. Cell cycle phase specific medication affecting the M phase
C. Cell cycle phase specific medication affecting the S phase
D. Medication that affects cells in any phase of the cell reproductive cycle
C. Cell cycle phase specific medication affecting the S phase
- The nurse is giving a patient with cancer the medication cyclophosphamide. Which of the following is incorrect about the medication?
A. Increase oral fluid intake
B. Observe patient for weight gain, crackles and edema
C. The medication can cause hemorrhagic cystitis
D. Observe for painless hematuria
B. Observe patient for weight gain, crackles and edema
RATIONALE
It refers to Anti-Tumor Antibiotics such as Doxurubicin (Adriamycin) which can cause CHF.
- The nurse is giving discharge planning to a cancer patient on doxorubicin (Adriamycin). What is important to tell to the client?
A. Report symptoms of hematuria
B. Increase oral fluids
C. Observe patient for staggering balance
D. Report symptoms of dyspnea
D. Report symptoms of dyspnea
RATIONALE
Doxorubicin (Adriamycin) causes CHF and manifestations such as crackles, edema, and dyspnea may be observed.
A and B refer to Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan), an Alkylating agent
C Refers to Fluorouracil (5FU), an Antimetabolite
- A client with ovarian cancer is being treated with Vincristine (Oncovin). A nurse monitors the client, knowing that which of the following is a side effect specific to this medication?
A. Diarrhea
B. Numbness
C. Chest pain
D. Hair loss
B. Numbness
RATIONALE
Vincristine (Oncovin) is toxic to the nerves which may cause Peripheral Neuritis. Numbness, paresthesia, and tingling are the signs and symptoms.
- A chemotherapeutic agent, Methotrexate is ordered for a client. Which of the following statements is true about chemotherapy?
A. It affects only the tumor cells
B. It causes very few side effects
C. It can destroy all cancer cells in one exposure
D. It affects both cancer cells and normal cells
D. It affects both cancer cells and normal cells
- The nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client receiving chemotherapy. On review the nurse notes that the WBC count is low. The client is placed on neutropenic precaution. Which intervention is incorrect component of neutropenic precautions?
A. Allowing fresh fruits in the client’s room
B. Removing fresh-cut flowers from the client’s room
C. Instructing family members to wear mask when entering the client’s room
D. Instructing family members on proper technique for hand washing
A. Allowing fresh fruits in the client’s room
RATIONALE
Fresh fruits can harbor microorganisms.
- While a client is receiving intravenous doxorubicin (Adriamycin), the nurse observes that there is an absence of blood return from the IV catheter. The nurse should:
A. Stop the administration of the drug immediately
B. Notify the client’s physician
C. Continue to administer the drug and assess for edema
D. Apply a warm compress to the site
A. Stop the administration of the drug immediately
RATIONALE
It must be immediately stop as it may cause extravasation.
- A young boy, who is receiving chemotherapy, develops alopecia and says to the nurse, “I’m so ugly. I’ve lost all my hair.” Which of the following responses would be appropriate for the nurse to make to the child?
A. “Did you know that because of you hair fell out, we know that the medicine is working to make you better?”
B. “Would you like to see some pictures of famous men who are bald?”
C. “You look awesome.”
D. “You can wear a baseball cap until your hair grows back.”
D. “You can wear a baseball cap until your hair grows back.”