NURS 222 WEEK 7 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-2027 | COMPRE… EXAM
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NURS 222 Week 7 Questions
& Answers 2026-2027 |
Comprehensive Review
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales 21 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This comprehensive review document contains 21 questions with pre-provided correct
answers and detailed rationales, focusing on oncology and infectious disease nursing. It
offers a robust study tool for students to deepen their understanding of complex concepts
and prepare for exams or certification. The format directly supports learning by presenting
questions alongside their explanations, making it ideal for focused review and
comprehensive knowledge acquisition.
TOPICS
Oncology: Cancer Basics & Risk Reduction Q1–Q11
HIV/AIDS Pathophysiology & Opportunistic Infections Q12–Q14
HIV/AIDS Management & Patient Education Q15–Q21
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Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 21
During a treatment meeting on an oncology unit, the nurse learns that a client is scheduled
for chemotherapy before and after surgery. What are the purposes for this client to receive
chemotherapy at these specific times? Select all that apply.
A) Eradicate all cancer cells.
B) Shrink the tumor.
C) Kill remaining cancer cells.
D) Allow the immune system to kill cancer cells.
E) Improve wound healing.
CORRECT ANSWER
B,C
RATIONALE
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (before surgery) aims to shrink the tumor (B) to facilitate surgical
resection, while adjuvant chemotherapy (after surgery) targets any remaining microscopic cancer
cells (C) to reduce the risk of recurrence. This approach utilizes chemotherapy's ability to reduce
tumor burden and eliminate residual disease, respectively.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 21
The nurse has completed a seminar teaching a group in the community about ways to reduce
cancer risks. The nurse returns a month later to evaluate the effectiveness of the seminar.
Which statements made by members of the group indicate retention and application of the
material presented by the nurse to reduce the risk of developing cancer? Select all that
apply.
A) "I started using sunscreen when I work outside."
B) "I began drinking two glasses of red wine a day with dinner."
C) "I have reduced my intake of fiber."
D) "I have increased the amount of fried fish in my diet."
E) "I am trying to quit smoking."
CORRECT ANSWER
A,E
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NURS 222 Week 7 Questions
& Answers 2026-2027 |
Comprehensive Review
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales 21 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This comprehensive review document contains 21 questions with pre-provided correct
answers and detailed rationales, focusing on oncology and infectious disease nursing. It
offers a robust study tool for students to deepen their understanding of complex concepts
and prepare for exams or certification. The format directly supports learning by presenting
questions alongside their explanations, making it ideal for focused review and
comprehensive knowledge acquisition.
TOPICS
Oncology: Cancer Basics & Risk Reduction Q1–Q11
HIV/AIDS Pathophysiology & Opportunistic Infections Q12–Q14
HIV/AIDS Management & Patient Education Q15–Q21
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 21
During a treatment meeting on an oncology unit, the nurse learns that a client is scheduled
for chemotherapy before and after surgery. What are the purposes for this client to receive
chemotherapy at these specific times? Select all that apply.
A) Eradicate all cancer cells.
B) Shrink the tumor.
C) Kill remaining cancer cells.
D) Allow the immune system to kill cancer cells.
E) Improve wound healing.
CORRECT ANSWER
B,C
RATIONALE
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (before surgery) aims to shrink the tumor (B) to facilitate surgical
resection, while adjuvant chemotherapy (after surgery) targets any remaining microscopic cancer
cells (C) to reduce the risk of recurrence. This approach utilizes chemotherapy's ability to reduce
tumor burden and eliminate residual disease, respectively.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 21
The nurse has completed a seminar teaching a group in the community about ways to reduce
cancer risks. The nurse returns a month later to evaluate the effectiveness of the seminar.
Which statements made by members of the group indicate retention and application of the
material presented by the nurse to reduce the risk of developing cancer? Select all that
apply.
A) "I started using sunscreen when I work outside."
B) "I began drinking two glasses of red wine a day with dinner."
C) "I have reduced my intake of fiber."
D) "I have increased the amount of fried fish in my diet."
E) "I am trying to quit smoking."
CORRECT ANSWER
A,E
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