NCLEX Oncology Exam Prep: Comprehensive Q&A
with In-Depth Rationales for First-Attempt Success
Latest 2025/2026
The nurse is caring for a pt who is scheduled for a biopsy of a tumor. The pt asks
what distinguished a benign tumor from a malignant tumor. Which info should
the nurse provide?
A. Benign tumors are usually composed of more rapidly growing cells
B. Benign tumors are incapable of causing damage to surrounding tissues or
organs
C. Whereas malignant tumors are usually encapsulated, benign tumors lack
specific form
D. Malignant tumors are composed of disorganized, abnormal cells that may
spread to other parts of the body - answer-D. Malignant tumors are composed of
disorganized, abnormal cells that may spread to other parts of the body
Malignant tumors are composed of disorganized cells that may metastasize to
other sites. Benign tumor cells usually have a slow growth rate. Benign tumors
can cause tissue damage if they grow enough to put pressure on or obstruct body
organs. Whereas benign tumors are usually encapsulated, malignant tumors may
lack specific form.
Which pt statement alerts the nurse to a warning sign of cancer?
A. "I have a BM every 4 days"
,B. I had a wart on my finger that lasted for 2 weeks"
C. "I have a blister on my toe that never seems to get well"
D. I experience moderately heavy bleeding with my periods every month" -
answer-C. "I have a blister on my toe that never seems to get well"
A sore that does not heal is a warning sign of cancer. A bowel movement every 4
days does not indicate any change in bowel habits. Warts often last for several
weeks, and the patient did not describe any change in appearance. Moderately
heavy bleeding in conjunction with menstruation is normal and not unusual.
Spicy foods can exacerbate nausea and should be avoided. Certain patients
experience less nausea when eating at specific times, either before or after
treatment. Small, frequent sips of water throughout the day help to reduce
nausea and maintain hydration. Sedatives are sometimes ordered in conjunction
with antineoplastic medications so the patient can sleep and to decrease the
amount of time the patient is awake and nauseated. Patients should eat food at
room temperature and should avoid extremely hot and cold foods.
Benign and malignant tumors are alike in that both:
1. Press on normal tissues an compete with normal cells for nutrients
2. Usually grow very rapidly
3. Invade nearby tissue or disperse cells to colonize distant parts of the body
4. Contain cell that closely resemble the tissue of origin - answer-1. Press on
normal tissues an compete with normal cells for nutrients
, Benign and malignant tumors are alike because both press on normal tissue and
compete with normal cells for nutrients. Benign tumors usually grow slowly, while
malignant tumors typically grow rapidly but may grow slowly. Benign tumors may
enlarge and expand but do not invade nearby tissues or disperse cells or colonize
distant parts of the body like malignant tumors do. Benign tumor cells closely
resemble those of the tissue of origin, whereas malignant tumor cells are not
readily identifiable to the tissue of origin.
A chemical, viral, or radioactive substance that can cause cancer is called a
_______________. - answer-Carcinogen
The nurse is teaching a class on healthy living. Select the dietary
recommendation(s) believe to reduce the risk of some cancer that should be
included in the lesson plan. (Select all that apply)
1. Limit alcohol consumption
2. No dairy products or red meat
3. High fiber, low fat, and low calories
4. Variety or fruits and veggies
5. Limited smoked and nitrate-preserved foods - answer-1. Limit alcohol
consumption
3. High fiber, low fat, and low calories
4. Variety or fruits and veggies
5. Limited smoked and nitrate-preserved foods
Dietary recommendations believed to reduce the risk of some cancers include
limited alcohol consumption; high-fiber, low-fat and low-calorie diet; a variety of
fruits and vegetables; and limited smoking and consumption of nitrate-preserved
with In-Depth Rationales for First-Attempt Success
Latest 2025/2026
The nurse is caring for a pt who is scheduled for a biopsy of a tumor. The pt asks
what distinguished a benign tumor from a malignant tumor. Which info should
the nurse provide?
A. Benign tumors are usually composed of more rapidly growing cells
B. Benign tumors are incapable of causing damage to surrounding tissues or
organs
C. Whereas malignant tumors are usually encapsulated, benign tumors lack
specific form
D. Malignant tumors are composed of disorganized, abnormal cells that may
spread to other parts of the body - answer-D. Malignant tumors are composed of
disorganized, abnormal cells that may spread to other parts of the body
Malignant tumors are composed of disorganized cells that may metastasize to
other sites. Benign tumor cells usually have a slow growth rate. Benign tumors
can cause tissue damage if they grow enough to put pressure on or obstruct body
organs. Whereas benign tumors are usually encapsulated, malignant tumors may
lack specific form.
Which pt statement alerts the nurse to a warning sign of cancer?
A. "I have a BM every 4 days"
,B. I had a wart on my finger that lasted for 2 weeks"
C. "I have a blister on my toe that never seems to get well"
D. I experience moderately heavy bleeding with my periods every month" -
answer-C. "I have a blister on my toe that never seems to get well"
A sore that does not heal is a warning sign of cancer. A bowel movement every 4
days does not indicate any change in bowel habits. Warts often last for several
weeks, and the patient did not describe any change in appearance. Moderately
heavy bleeding in conjunction with menstruation is normal and not unusual.
Spicy foods can exacerbate nausea and should be avoided. Certain patients
experience less nausea when eating at specific times, either before or after
treatment. Small, frequent sips of water throughout the day help to reduce
nausea and maintain hydration. Sedatives are sometimes ordered in conjunction
with antineoplastic medications so the patient can sleep and to decrease the
amount of time the patient is awake and nauseated. Patients should eat food at
room temperature and should avoid extremely hot and cold foods.
Benign and malignant tumors are alike in that both:
1. Press on normal tissues an compete with normal cells for nutrients
2. Usually grow very rapidly
3. Invade nearby tissue or disperse cells to colonize distant parts of the body
4. Contain cell that closely resemble the tissue of origin - answer-1. Press on
normal tissues an compete with normal cells for nutrients
, Benign and malignant tumors are alike because both press on normal tissue and
compete with normal cells for nutrients. Benign tumors usually grow slowly, while
malignant tumors typically grow rapidly but may grow slowly. Benign tumors may
enlarge and expand but do not invade nearby tissues or disperse cells or colonize
distant parts of the body like malignant tumors do. Benign tumor cells closely
resemble those of the tissue of origin, whereas malignant tumor cells are not
readily identifiable to the tissue of origin.
A chemical, viral, or radioactive substance that can cause cancer is called a
_______________. - answer-Carcinogen
The nurse is teaching a class on healthy living. Select the dietary
recommendation(s) believe to reduce the risk of some cancer that should be
included in the lesson plan. (Select all that apply)
1. Limit alcohol consumption
2. No dairy products or red meat
3. High fiber, low fat, and low calories
4. Variety or fruits and veggies
5. Limited smoked and nitrate-preserved foods - answer-1. Limit alcohol
consumption
3. High fiber, low fat, and low calories
4. Variety or fruits and veggies
5. Limited smoked and nitrate-preserved foods
Dietary recommendations believed to reduce the risk of some cancers include
limited alcohol consumption; high-fiber, low-fat and low-calorie diet; a variety of
fruits and vegetables; and limited smoking and consumption of nitrate-preserved
