NURS 420 EXAM | QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | 2026 UPDATE | WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS 100% CORRECT

NURS 420 EXAM 4 | QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | 2026 UPDATE | WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS.


Nursing actions for chemotherapy: - ANSWER>- Monitor CBC


- Implement infection precautions


- Give antiemetics before chemotherapy


- Provide frequent oral care


- Provide emotional support


- Ensure hydration


- Closely monitor IV infusions and provide immediate treatment for extravasation




Chemotherapy education: - ANSWER>- Flush toilet twice after use


- Small, frequent meals for nausea


- Rest when fatigued, but remain as active as tolerated


- Instruct family to dispense pills directly into a cup - do not touch with hands

, Neutropenia: - ANSWER>Low neutrophil count


- Increased infection risk


- Implement neutropenic/ reverse precautions




Thrombocytopenia: - ANSWER>Low platelet count


- Bleeding risk


- Implement bleeding precautions


- May require platelet transfusion




Bleeding precautions: - ANSWER>- Use soft toothbrush


- Use electric razor


- Avoid IM injections


- Avoid straining


- Avoid aspirin or NSAIDs




A fever during chemotherapy treatment is considered: - ANSWER>A medical emergency!! Requires hospital


admission, monitoring, and treatment