Breast Cancer NCLEX Style Questions and Answers Latest Version Already Passed

Breast Cancer NCLEX Style Questions and Answers Latest Version Already Passed A nurse is teaching a client about the most common early sign of breast cancer. Which of the following should the nurse mention? A. A painless lump B. Nipple bleeding C. Persistent breast pain D. Redness around the nipple Which factor places a client at higher risk for breast cancer? A. Family history of breast cancer B. High intake of citrus fruits C. Late menarche D. Frequent physical exercise After a modified radical mastectomy, which intervention should the nurse prioritize to prevent lymphedema? 2 A. Elevate the affected arm above the level of the heart B. Keep the affected arm dependent C. Apply ice packs to the affected arm D. Restrict movement of the affected arm A nurse is educating a group of women about breast cancer screening. At what age should women with an average risk begin annual mammograms? A. 40 years B. 30 years C. 25 years D. 50 years Which nursing diagnosis is a priority for a client newly diagnosed with breast cancer? A. Anxiety related to the diagnosis B. Risk for fluid volume overload C. Impaired gas exchange D. Risk for hypothermia 3 A nurse is caring for a client who underwent a lumpectomy. Which instruction should the nurse provide to promote healing? A. Perform gentle arm exercises as prescribed B. Avoid moving the affected arm for six weeks C. Sleep only on the unaffected side D. Avoid showering until stitches are removed Which finding in a breast self-exam should be reported immediately to a healthcare provider? A. New skin dimpling over the breast B. Breast tenderness during menstruation C. Symmetrical breast size D. Clear nipple discharge during breastfeeding When teaching breast self-examination, the nurse explains the best time to perform it is: A. A few days after the menstrual period ends B. On the first day of menstruation C. During menstruation D. Before going to bed at night 4 Which symptom would most likely suggest late-stage breast cancer? A. Fixed, immovable mass B. Intermittent itching of the nipple C. Breast tenderness D. Enlarged pores on the breast What is the primary purpose of hormone therapy in breast cancer treatment? A. Block the effects of estrogen on cancer cells B. Replace hormones lost during chemotherapy C. Boost white blood cell production D. Treat chemotherapy side effects After a mastectomy, a client asks how soon prosthesis fitting can begin. What is the best response by the nurse? A. "You should wait until your surgical site has