NUR 212 Exam 1 2026 Questions and
Answers
A patient with a diagnosis of lung cancer is receiving chemotherapy and reports
nausea and loss of appetite resulting in decreased food intake. What should the
healthcare provider recommende to promote adequate nutrition? - Correct answer-
Eat small meals throughout the day
A patient who recently stopped smoking asks the nurse about the risks of
developing lung cancer. The nurse's best response is? - Correct answer-In 15 years
the risk of developing lung cancer will be equivalent to a non smoker
A patient whose lung cancer has metastasized to the bone reports lethargy, nausea,
vomiting. The nurse suspects the patient is experiencing hypercalcemia. Which of
the following assessments associated with hypercalcemia would confirm the
nurse's suspicion? - Correct answer-Decreased deep tendon reflex
While undergoing radiation therapy for lung cancer the patient develops dry, itchy,
and flaky skin. The nurse will recommend the patient to ? - Correct answer-
Cleanse the area with lukewarm water to avoid tissue damage
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,A patient with a diagnosis of small cell carcinoma in the right lung exhibits SOB,
facial and periorbital edema, and jugular vein distinction. Which action should the
nurse perform first? - Correct answer-Administer oxygen
When caring for a patient receiving IV chemotherapy for lung cancer, the nurse
will plan to administer the prescribed antiemetic to the patient when? - Correct
answer-Before starting the infusion
The nurse is preparing to administer Chemotherapy to a patient with lung cancer.
The patient asks why combinations of different drugs are being used to treat the
cancer.What is the best response? - Correct answer-It reduces cancer cells ability to
become resistant to chemotherapy
A patient with a diagnosis of lung cancer is given an IV bonus of an opioid agonist
medication. For which problem will it be a priority for the healthcare provider to
monitor? - Correct answer-Respiratory depression
List the Medications that may be used in a patient with breast cancer - Correct
answer-Tamoxifen
Arimidex (Anastrozole)
Anastrozole
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, Lupron
What is the Route and Dose for Tamoxifen? - Correct answer-Dose: 20-40 mg/day
for 5 years for doses >20 mg administer at AM/PM
Route: PO
What is TNM? - Correct answer-tumor-node-metastasis
Describe the different stages of breast cancer - Correct answer-Stage 0: SITU
Stage 1: Localized
Stage 2: Limited Local Spread
Stage 3: Extensive local and regional spread
Stage 4: Metastasis
What statement made by the patient indicates they correctly know how to perform
a breast self exam? - Correct answer-"I should complete the breast self exam 5
days after menstruation while using a circular motion to feel for any lumps or
masses."
Screening falls into what category of prevention? - Correct answer-Secondary
What class of drugs is used to treat cancer? - Correct answer-Antieoplastics
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Answers
A patient with a diagnosis of lung cancer is receiving chemotherapy and reports
nausea and loss of appetite resulting in decreased food intake. What should the
healthcare provider recommende to promote adequate nutrition? - Correct answer-
Eat small meals throughout the day
A patient who recently stopped smoking asks the nurse about the risks of
developing lung cancer. The nurse's best response is? - Correct answer-In 15 years
the risk of developing lung cancer will be equivalent to a non smoker
A patient whose lung cancer has metastasized to the bone reports lethargy, nausea,
vomiting. The nurse suspects the patient is experiencing hypercalcemia. Which of
the following assessments associated with hypercalcemia would confirm the
nurse's suspicion? - Correct answer-Decreased deep tendon reflex
While undergoing radiation therapy for lung cancer the patient develops dry, itchy,
and flaky skin. The nurse will recommend the patient to ? - Correct answer-
Cleanse the area with lukewarm water to avoid tissue damage
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,A patient with a diagnosis of small cell carcinoma in the right lung exhibits SOB,
facial and periorbital edema, and jugular vein distinction. Which action should the
nurse perform first? - Correct answer-Administer oxygen
When caring for a patient receiving IV chemotherapy for lung cancer, the nurse
will plan to administer the prescribed antiemetic to the patient when? - Correct
answer-Before starting the infusion
The nurse is preparing to administer Chemotherapy to a patient with lung cancer.
The patient asks why combinations of different drugs are being used to treat the
cancer.What is the best response? - Correct answer-It reduces cancer cells ability to
become resistant to chemotherapy
A patient with a diagnosis of lung cancer is given an IV bonus of an opioid agonist
medication. For which problem will it be a priority for the healthcare provider to
monitor? - Correct answer-Respiratory depression
List the Medications that may be used in a patient with breast cancer - Correct
answer-Tamoxifen
Arimidex (Anastrozole)
Anastrozole
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, Lupron
What is the Route and Dose for Tamoxifen? - Correct answer-Dose: 20-40 mg/day
for 5 years for doses >20 mg administer at AM/PM
Route: PO
What is TNM? - Correct answer-tumor-node-metastasis
Describe the different stages of breast cancer - Correct answer-Stage 0: SITU
Stage 1: Localized
Stage 2: Limited Local Spread
Stage 3: Extensive local and regional spread
Stage 4: Metastasis
What statement made by the patient indicates they correctly know how to perform
a breast self exam? - Correct answer-"I should complete the breast self exam 5
days after menstruation while using a circular motion to feel for any lumps or
masses."
Screening falls into what category of prevention? - Correct answer-Secondary
What class of drugs is used to treat cancer? - Correct answer-Antieoplastics
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