Relias ONC RN A Exam Questions and
Verified Answers
Question 1
A 52-year-old patient had a colonoscopy 2 years ago for colon cancer screening.
What statement indicates a need for more education?
Correct 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
Question 2
You are providing education to a patient who is scheduled to have a total
hysterectomy next week. What should you tell your patient regarding postoperative
intercourse?
Correct Answer
Intercourse is possible but abstain until surgery-related vaginal discharge has
stopped and wounds have healed.
Question 3
You are assessing a patient with cancer who tells you they are have been having
palpitations, nausea, insomnia, and night sweats. Which of these symptoms is a
possible sign of depression?
Correct Answer
Insomnia
Question 4
Respect for a patient's decision to refuse chemotherapy even though doctors believe
it will likely result in a cure follows what ethical principle?
Correct Answer
Autonomy
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, Question 5
Which of the following questions is MOST appropriate for assessing a woman's
concerns about sexuality after a mastectomy?
Correct Answer
It's normal for women to have concerns about their sex life after a mastectomy. Do
you have concerns?
Question 6
Consumption of what type of meat is associated with the LOWEST risk for developing
colorectal cancer?
Correct Answer
Fish
Question 7
Your patient is a 35 year old man with prostate cancer and widespread osseous
metastases.He complains of worsening mid-thoracic back pain for 2 weeks. His
physical exam reveals tenderness at
T8, with no neurologic deficits. What can we anticipate as the oncologist's FIRST step?
Correct Answer
Schedule him for a MRI to rule out spinal cord compression.
Question 8
When using the TNM staging system, what does the 'T' indicate?
Correct Answer
Tumor size and extent
Question 9
What is the nurse's responsibility related to informed consent?
Correct Answer
Ensure the patient has sufficient knowledge to make an informed decision
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Verified Answers
Question 1
A 52-year-old patient had a colonoscopy 2 years ago for colon cancer screening.
What statement indicates a need for more education?
Correct 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
Question 2
You are providing education to a patient who is scheduled to have a total
hysterectomy next week. What should you tell your patient regarding postoperative
intercourse?
Correct Answer
Intercourse is possible but abstain until surgery-related vaginal discharge has
stopped and wounds have healed.
Question 3
You are assessing a patient with cancer who tells you they are have been having
palpitations, nausea, insomnia, and night sweats. Which of these symptoms is a
possible sign of depression?
Correct Answer
Insomnia
Question 4
Respect for a patient's decision to refuse chemotherapy even though doctors believe
it will likely result in a cure follows what ethical principle?
Correct Answer
Autonomy
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, Question 5
Which of the following questions is MOST appropriate for assessing a woman's
concerns about sexuality after a mastectomy?
Correct Answer
It's normal for women to have concerns about their sex life after a mastectomy. Do
you have concerns?
Question 6
Consumption of what type of meat is associated with the LOWEST risk for developing
colorectal cancer?
Correct Answer
Fish
Question 7
Your patient is a 35 year old man with prostate cancer and widespread osseous
metastases.He complains of worsening mid-thoracic back pain for 2 weeks. His
physical exam reveals tenderness at
T8, with no neurologic deficits. What can we anticipate as the oncologist's FIRST step?
Correct Answer
Schedule him for a MRI to rule out spinal cord compression.
Question 8
When using the TNM staging system, what does the 'T' indicate?
Correct Answer
Tumor size and extent
Question 9
What is the nurse's responsibility related to informed consent?
Correct Answer
Ensure the patient has sufficient knowledge to make an informed decision
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