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1. A patient who reports nausea four days after receiving chemotherapy is experiencing which type of chemotherapy-induced nausea? Breakthrough Acute Delayed Refractory - ANSWERDelayed chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting starts at least 24 hours after treatment and may last up to 5 days. 2. A patient newly diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma is determined to have an unfavorable prognosis through which of the following clinical findings? Hemoglobin 11 g/dL Absolute lymphocyte count 400/m...

Which of the following is an advantage of an implanted vascular access device over a tunneled central venous catheter? Decreased risk of infection Short-term use Low cost of insertion Unlimited ability to access - ANSWERDecreased risk of infection Answer: Implanted ports have a lower risk of infection than tunneled central venous catheters. Reference: Camp-Sorrell, D., & Matey, L. (Eds.). (2017). Access device standards of practice for oncology nursing. Pittsburgh, PA: Oncology ...

Which of the following is not routinely included as part of a diagnostic work-up for colorectal cancer? A. Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) B. Bone marrow biopsy C. Barium enema D. Colonoscopy - ANSWERB. Bone marrow biopsy You are a registered nurse working in an outpatient infusion center and have begun administration of paclitaxel on a newly-diagnosed breast cancer patient. The patient mentions that she is feeling flushed and shows you a small hive on her left cheek. Your next course o...

Which of the following cancers is associated with the development of disseminated intravascular coagulation? Mucin-secreting adenocarcinoma of the breast Nonhyperdiploid variant multiple myeloma Primary peritoneal carcinoma Acral lentiginous melanoma - ANSWERMucin-secreting adenocarcinoma of the breast Answer: The incidence of disseminated intravascular coagulation is associated mostly with mucin-secreting adenocarcinomas of the prostate, lung, and breast. Reference: Kaplan, M....

Which of the following is an advantage of an implanted vascular access device over a tunneled central venous catheter? Decreased risk of infection Short-term use Low cost of insertion Unlimited ability to access - ANSWERDecreased risk of infection Answer: Implanted ports have a lower risk of infection than tunneled central venous catheters. Reference: Camp-Sorrell, D., & Matey, L. (Eds.). (2017). Access device standards of practice for oncology nursing. Pittsburgh, PA: Oncology ...

Within which timeframe will chemotherapy-induced alopecia normally begin after receiving a first treatment? 24 hours 2 weeks 1 month 3 months - ANSWER2 weeks The nurse teaches a patient that the survivorship care plan is used to: A. provide instructions to the employer to make accommodations upon the return to work. B. replace the patient's electronic medical record. C. provide clear direction for ongoing care and surveillance following treatment. D. completion of treatment. - AN...

Pegfilgrastim - Neulasta - ANSWER1 dose each cycle > 24 hours after chemo Potential cardiovascular toxicities in a client receiving tx for cancer - ANSWER1- alteration in the electrical conduction within the heart. 2. cardiomyopathy as the most common chronic cardiac toxicity Asymptomatic bradycardia is likely to related to which of the following chemo agents - ANSWERPaclitaxel (Paxen, Taxol) Factors that are associated with increased risk of cardiotoxicity from chemo include - ANS...

1. A patient who reports nausea four days after receiving chemotherapy is experiencing which type of chemotherapy-induced nausea? Breakthrough Acute Delayed Refractory - ANSWERDelayed chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting starts at least 24 hours after treatment and may last up to 5 days. 2. A patient newly diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma is determined to have an unfavorable prognosis through which of the following clinical findings? Hemoglobin 11 g/dL Absolute lymphocyte count 400/m...

OCN practice test Questions & Answers 100% Accurate!! Within which timeframe will chemotherapy-induced alopecia normally begin after receiving a first treatment? 24 hours 2 weeks 1 month 3 months - ANSWER2 weeks The nurse teaches a patient that the survivorship care plan is used to: A. provide instructions to the employer to make accommodations upon the return to work. B. replace the patient's electronic medical record. C. provide clear direction for ongoing care and surveillance...

Which of the following cancers is associated with the development of disseminated intravascular coagulation? Mucin-secreting adenocarcinoma of the breast Nonhyperdiploid variant multiple myeloma Primary peritoneal carcinoma Acral lentiginous melanoma - ANSWERMucin-secreting adenocarcinoma of the breast Answer: The incidence of disseminated intravascular coagulation is associated mostly with mucin-secreting adenocarcinomas of the prostate, lung, and breast. Reference: Kaplan, M....