HONDROS NURSING 212 EXAM 1
QUESTIONS & LATEST VERSION
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What are the differences of cancer in women than men? - correct answer ✔✔-Cancer with the
highest death rate among women is lung cancer (25%.)
-Cancer with the highest incidence among women is breast cancer (30%.)
-Thyroid cancer is more prevalent in women.
-Women are less likely to have colon cancer screenings.
What are the differences of cancer in men than women? - correct answer ✔✔-More men than
women die from cancer-related deaths each year.
-Mortality rate from lung cancer is higher in men (26%.)
-Cancer with the highest incidence among men is prostate cancer (19%.)
-Men are more likely to develop liver cancer.
-Head and neck cancers occur more often in men.
What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade I Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Cells differ
slightly from normal cells (mild dysplasia) and are well differentiated (low grade.)
What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade II Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Cells are
more abnormal (moderate dysplasia) and moderately differentiated (intermediate grade.)
What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade III Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Cells are
very abnormal (severe dysplasia) and poorly differentiated (high grade.)
,What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade IV Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Cells are
immature, primitive (anaplasia), and undifferentiated; cell of origin is hard to determine (high
grade.)
What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade X Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Grade
cannot be assessed.
What does a Stage 0 cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Cancer in situ.
What does a Stage I cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Tumor limited to the tissue of origin;
localized tumor growth.
What does a Stage II cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Limited local spread.
What does a Stage III cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Extensive local and regional spread.
What does a Stage IV cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Metastasis (spread of the cancer to
a distant site.)
What should you teach patients and the public about cancer prevention and early detection? -
correct answer ✔✔-Limit alcohol use.
-Get regular physical activity (e.g., 30 minutes or more of moderate physical activity 5 times
weekly.)
-Maintain a normal body weight.
-Have regular physical examinations.
-Obtain regular colorectal screenings.
-Avoid cigarette smoking and other tobacco use.
-Get regular mammography screening and Pap tests.
,-Be familiar with your own family history and risk factors for cancer.
-Obtain adequate, consistent periods of rest (at least 6 to 8 hours per night.)
-Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 15 or higher. Avoid the use of tanning beds.
-Eliminate, reduce or change the perception of stressors and enhance the ability to effectively
cope with stress.
-Eat a balanced diet that includes vegetables and fresh fruits, whole grains, and adequate
amounts of fiber. Reduce dietary fat and preservatives, including smoked and salt-cured meats
with high nitrate concentrations.
What are the warning signs of cancer? - correct answer ✔✔-Change in bowel or bladder habits.
-A sore that does not heal.
-Unusual bleeding or discharge from any body orifice.
-Thickening or a lump in the breast or elsewhere.
-Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing.
-Obvious change in a wart or mole.
-Nagging cough or hoarseness.
What are some problems caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy? - correct answer
✔✔-Hyperuricemia
-Cardiotoxicity
-Pericarditis and Myocarditis
-Fatigue
-Anorexia
-Constipation
-Diarrhea
-Hepatotoxicty
-Nausea and Vomiting
, -Stomatitis, Mucositis, and Esophagitis
-Hemorrhagic Cystitis
-Nephrotoxicity
-Reproductive Problems
-Anemia
-Leukopenia
-Thrombocytopenia
-Alopecia
-Chemotherapy-Induced Skin Changes
-Radiation Skin Changes (dry to moist desquamation)
-Cognitive Changes ("chemo brain")
-Intracranial Pressure
-Peripheral Neuropathy
-Pneumonitis
What are some examples of oncologic emergencies? - correct answer ✔✔-Spinal Cord
Compression
-Superior Vena Cava Syndrome (SVCS)
-Third Space Syndrome
-Hypercalcemia
-Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH)
-Tumor Lysis Syndrome (TLS)
-Cardiac Tamponade
-Carotid Artery Rupture
What are the manifestations of Superior Vena Cava Syndrome? - correct answer ✔✔-Facial
edema, periorbital edema
QUESTIONS & LATEST VERSION
ANSWERS RATED 100% CORRECT
What are the differences of cancer in women than men? - correct answer ✔✔-Cancer with the
highest death rate among women is lung cancer (25%.)
-Cancer with the highest incidence among women is breast cancer (30%.)
-Thyroid cancer is more prevalent in women.
-Women are less likely to have colon cancer screenings.
What are the differences of cancer in men than women? - correct answer ✔✔-More men than
women die from cancer-related deaths each year.
-Mortality rate from lung cancer is higher in men (26%.)
-Cancer with the highest incidence among men is prostate cancer (19%.)
-Men are more likely to develop liver cancer.
-Head and neck cancers occur more often in men.
What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade I Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Cells differ
slightly from normal cells (mild dysplasia) and are well differentiated (low grade.)
What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade II Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Cells are
more abnormal (moderate dysplasia) and moderately differentiated (intermediate grade.)
What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade III Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Cells are
very abnormal (severe dysplasia) and poorly differentiated (high grade.)
,What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade IV Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Cells are
immature, primitive (anaplasia), and undifferentiated; cell of origin is hard to determine (high
grade.)
What does it mean if a tumor has a Grade X Histologic rating? - correct answer ✔✔Grade
cannot be assessed.
What does a Stage 0 cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Cancer in situ.
What does a Stage I cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Tumor limited to the tissue of origin;
localized tumor growth.
What does a Stage II cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Limited local spread.
What does a Stage III cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Extensive local and regional spread.
What does a Stage IV cancer indicate? - correct answer ✔✔Metastasis (spread of the cancer to
a distant site.)
What should you teach patients and the public about cancer prevention and early detection? -
correct answer ✔✔-Limit alcohol use.
-Get regular physical activity (e.g., 30 minutes or more of moderate physical activity 5 times
weekly.)
-Maintain a normal body weight.
-Have regular physical examinations.
-Obtain regular colorectal screenings.
-Avoid cigarette smoking and other tobacco use.
-Get regular mammography screening and Pap tests.
,-Be familiar with your own family history and risk factors for cancer.
-Obtain adequate, consistent periods of rest (at least 6 to 8 hours per night.)
-Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 15 or higher. Avoid the use of tanning beds.
-Eliminate, reduce or change the perception of stressors and enhance the ability to effectively
cope with stress.
-Eat a balanced diet that includes vegetables and fresh fruits, whole grains, and adequate
amounts of fiber. Reduce dietary fat and preservatives, including smoked and salt-cured meats
with high nitrate concentrations.
What are the warning signs of cancer? - correct answer ✔✔-Change in bowel or bladder habits.
-A sore that does not heal.
-Unusual bleeding or discharge from any body orifice.
-Thickening or a lump in the breast or elsewhere.
-Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing.
-Obvious change in a wart or mole.
-Nagging cough or hoarseness.
What are some problems caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy? - correct answer
✔✔-Hyperuricemia
-Cardiotoxicity
-Pericarditis and Myocarditis
-Fatigue
-Anorexia
-Constipation
-Diarrhea
-Hepatotoxicty
-Nausea and Vomiting
, -Stomatitis, Mucositis, and Esophagitis
-Hemorrhagic Cystitis
-Nephrotoxicity
-Reproductive Problems
-Anemia
-Leukopenia
-Thrombocytopenia
-Alopecia
-Chemotherapy-Induced Skin Changes
-Radiation Skin Changes (dry to moist desquamation)
-Cognitive Changes ("chemo brain")
-Intracranial Pressure
-Peripheral Neuropathy
-Pneumonitis
What are some examples of oncologic emergencies? - correct answer ✔✔-Spinal Cord
Compression
-Superior Vena Cava Syndrome (SVCS)
-Third Space Syndrome
-Hypercalcemia
-Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH)
-Tumor Lysis Syndrome (TLS)
-Cardiac Tamponade
-Carotid Artery Rupture
What are the manifestations of Superior Vena Cava Syndrome? - correct answer ✔✔-Facial
edema, periorbital edema
