NCLEX Physiological Adaptation Part 5 – Cancer,
Oncology Care & Chemotherapy Management
(EDAPT)|Complete Verified Questions Provided
with A+ Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026
The nurse is planning an education session for clients newly diagnosed with cancer and wants to
include information demonstrating the differences between benign and malignant neoplasms.
For each tissue characteristic, click to indicate if it is most closely associated with benign or
malignant cancer.
Benign Cancer:
Encapsulated
Differentiated
Slower growth
Localized
Like parent cells
Malignant Cancer:
Not encapsulated
Undifferentiated
Rapid growth
Invasive to tissues and distant sites
Unlike parent cells
Which client should the nurse recognize as having the greatest risk for developing cancer?
65-year-old client who works outside daily and chews tobacco
Which statements should the nurse plan to include in client education about cancer prevention
methods? Select all that apply.
"Avoiding direct sun exposure and putting on sunscreen can reduce your cancer risk."
"Visiting your healthcare provider for routine screenings is an effective prevention tool."
"Eating a balanced diet is an effective way to reduce the risk for cancer development."
"You can decrease your cancer risk if you complete a tobacco cessation program."
, "Cancer risks can be reduced by having the recommended amount of physical activity."
The nurse is caring for a client on the oncology unit who is receiving chemotherapy. The nurse
plans to include which in the client's care plan to promote best client outcomes during
treatment? Select all that apply.
Daily weight measurements
Oral mucosa assessments
Bleeding precautions
Temperature monitoring
Cluster nursing care
The nurse is caring for a client with multiple myeloma on the oncology unit who is receiving
chemotherapy. The nurse monitors daily white blood cell counts (normal reference range:
4,000-10,000µL) and is most concerned when the level reaches __________ because it indicates
__________ and is associated with an increased risk for __________.
1000µL
Neutropenia
Infection
The charge nurse on the outpatient chemotherapy infusion unit has been made aware of the
following client situations. Which client should the nurse assist first?
A client with a feeling of heaviness in the chest and muted heart sounds
The nurse is preparing to care for a client on the oncology unit.
The nurse anticipates that the client is experiencing __________ related to cancer and
associated cancer treatments.
Malnutrition
The nurse is caring for a client on the oncology unit who has cachexia. Which meal and snack
selection recommendations does the nurse plan to discuss with the client to help minimize
further weight loss and increase energy? Select all that apply.
Biscuits with gravy and sausage
Fish with potato and cottage cheese
Yogurt with dried fruit and granola
Bagel with cream cheese
Oatmeal with sugar and butter
Oncology Care & Chemotherapy Management
(EDAPT)|Complete Verified Questions Provided
with A+ Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026
The nurse is planning an education session for clients newly diagnosed with cancer and wants to
include information demonstrating the differences between benign and malignant neoplasms.
For each tissue characteristic, click to indicate if it is most closely associated with benign or
malignant cancer.
Benign Cancer:
Encapsulated
Differentiated
Slower growth
Localized
Like parent cells
Malignant Cancer:
Not encapsulated
Undifferentiated
Rapid growth
Invasive to tissues and distant sites
Unlike parent cells
Which client should the nurse recognize as having the greatest risk for developing cancer?
65-year-old client who works outside daily and chews tobacco
Which statements should the nurse plan to include in client education about cancer prevention
methods? Select all that apply.
"Avoiding direct sun exposure and putting on sunscreen can reduce your cancer risk."
"Visiting your healthcare provider for routine screenings is an effective prevention tool."
"Eating a balanced diet is an effective way to reduce the risk for cancer development."
"You can decrease your cancer risk if you complete a tobacco cessation program."
, "Cancer risks can be reduced by having the recommended amount of physical activity."
The nurse is caring for a client on the oncology unit who is receiving chemotherapy. The nurse
plans to include which in the client's care plan to promote best client outcomes during
treatment? Select all that apply.
Daily weight measurements
Oral mucosa assessments
Bleeding precautions
Temperature monitoring
Cluster nursing care
The nurse is caring for a client with multiple myeloma on the oncology unit who is receiving
chemotherapy. The nurse monitors daily white blood cell counts (normal reference range:
4,000-10,000µL) and is most concerned when the level reaches __________ because it indicates
__________ and is associated with an increased risk for __________.
1000µL
Neutropenia
Infection
The charge nurse on the outpatient chemotherapy infusion unit has been made aware of the
following client situations. Which client should the nurse assist first?
A client with a feeling of heaviness in the chest and muted heart sounds
The nurse is preparing to care for a client on the oncology unit.
The nurse anticipates that the client is experiencing __________ related to cancer and
associated cancer treatments.
Malnutrition
The nurse is caring for a client on the oncology unit who has cachexia. Which meal and snack
selection recommendations does the nurse plan to discuss with the client to help minimize
further weight loss and increase energy? Select all that apply.
Biscuits with gravy and sausage
Fish with potato and cottage cheese
Yogurt with dried fruit and granola
Bagel with cream cheese
Oatmeal with sugar and butter
