The nurse is caring for a client who has recently finished chemotherapy. The client asks if it is appropriate to begin exercising. Under which conditions would exercise be contraindicated for this client? Select all that apply.
A client is preparing to undergo a radical prostatectomy. During the pre-operative visit, the client asks the nurse, “When do I get to eat again?” Which response from the nurse is accurate?
A client with a spinal tumor has been having a difficult time sleeping. Which best explains how a tumor can make sleep more difficult for a client with cancer?
A 63-year-old female client complains of urinary retention and an inability to empty her bladder. The nurse understands that the client is likely experiencing which of the following conditions? Select all that apply.
A client with cancer has just had a Portacath placed by outpatient surgery. The nurse is discharging this client to go home. Which of the following instructions would the nurse give to this client about care of a Portacath? Select all that apply.
A 48-year-old client has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The client asks the nurse, “How could this have happened to me?!” Which of the following has been shown to be a risk factor for development of pancreatic cancer? Select all that apply.
A 37-year-old client with pancreatic cancer is experiencing chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) after his latest round of medication. Which drug would most likely be prescribed for the control of CINV?
The nurse is teaching a female client about breast self examination (BSE). The client asks where a lump is most likely to be found. Which location would be the most accurate response by the nurse?
The nurse is caring for a client with breast cancer who underwent radiation therapy four weeks ago. The nurse should tell the client to look for what potential late effects of radiation therapy following the treatment? Select all that apply.
The nurse is working on an oncology unit with a client who is currently receiving chemotherapy, and is finishing a bed bath. What is the priority?
