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RN ONCOLOGY A RELIAS EXAM 2026 ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS ALREADY A GRADED WITH
EXPERT FEEDBACK|NEW AND REVISED
A 52-year-old patient had a colonoscopy 2 years ago for colon cancer
screening. What statement indicates a need for more education? -
ANSWER- Even though the procedure wasn't as bad as I anticipated, I'm
so glad I don't have to go through that ever again
You are speaking with a patient experiencing hair loss after
chemotherapy. She tells you she does not go out of the house unless it is
absolutely necessary because she feels like people stare at her. Which of
the following is the BEST response? - ANSWER- Acknowledge that
hair loss is visible to others and can attract unwanted attention, which
can be difficult to cope with
Which symptom is MOST likely due to an elevated calcium level? -
ANSWER- Loss of appetite
What is the nurse's responsibility related to informed consent? -
ANSWER- Ensure the patient has sufficient knowledge to make an
informed decision
Your terminally-ill patient says that they believe in the power of prayer
and has faith that God will cure them. How should the nurse respond? -
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ANSWER- Acknowledge the patient's faith and ask how you can be
supportive
What is the BEST approach for dealing with nausea and vomiting
associated with a first round of chemotherapy? - ANSWER- Prevent
nausea and vomiting rather than providing treatment once symptoms
begin
The patient with lymphoma reports numbness in the feet, weakness
when ambulating, cramping, weakness in the extremities, foot drop, and
loss of bowel and/or bladder control. What condition might you expect?
- ANSWER- Spinal cord compression
A patient with chronic pain has been prescribed long-term opioids. His
urine drug screen is negative for opioids, and although his last 30-day
prescription was filled 7 days ago, your pill count reveals that he only
has a 3-day supply remaining. What primary concern should you discuss
with the patient's physician? - ANSWER- Drug diversion
A patient who is hospitalized has been crying and inconsolable. He tells
you, "I see no reason to continue living". What is the FIRST action to
take? - ANSWER- Ask the patient if he's considering harming himself
What is the PRIMARY goal of tertiary care? - ANSWER- Teaching
lifestyle modifications to reduce the risk of cancer
YES...Slowing disease progression and preventing complications
RN ONCOLOGY A RELIAS EXAM 2026 ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS ALREADY A GRADED WITH
EXPERT FEEDBACK|NEW AND REVISED
A 52-year-old patient had a colonoscopy 2 years ago for colon cancer
screening. What statement indicates a need for more education? -
ANSWER- Even though the procedure wasn't as bad as I anticipated, I'm
so glad I don't have to go through that ever again
You are speaking with a patient experiencing hair loss after
chemotherapy. She tells you she does not go out of the house unless it is
absolutely necessary because she feels like people stare at her. Which of
the following is the BEST response? - ANSWER- Acknowledge that
hair loss is visible to others and can attract unwanted attention, which
can be difficult to cope with
Which symptom is MOST likely due to an elevated calcium level? -
ANSWER- Loss of appetite
What is the nurse's responsibility related to informed consent? -
ANSWER- Ensure the patient has sufficient knowledge to make an
informed decision
Your terminally-ill patient says that they believe in the power of prayer
and has faith that God will cure them. How should the nurse respond? -
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ANSWER- Acknowledge the patient's faith and ask how you can be
supportive
What is the BEST approach for dealing with nausea and vomiting
associated with a first round of chemotherapy? - ANSWER- Prevent
nausea and vomiting rather than providing treatment once symptoms
begin
The patient with lymphoma reports numbness in the feet, weakness
when ambulating, cramping, weakness in the extremities, foot drop, and
loss of bowel and/or bladder control. What condition might you expect?
- ANSWER- Spinal cord compression
A patient with chronic pain has been prescribed long-term opioids. His
urine drug screen is negative for opioids, and although his last 30-day
prescription was filled 7 days ago, your pill count reveals that he only
has a 3-day supply remaining. What primary concern should you discuss
with the patient's physician? - ANSWER- Drug diversion
A patient who is hospitalized has been crying and inconsolable. He tells
you, "I see no reason to continue living". What is the FIRST action to
take? - ANSWER- Ask the patient if he's considering harming himself
What is the PRIMARY goal of tertiary care? - ANSWER- Teaching
lifestyle modifications to reduce the risk of cancer
YES...Slowing disease progression and preventing complications
