relias onc rn a
YES....Using a condom during sex
*****Avoiding highly acidic foods
Using products that contain parabens
Avoiding products that contain DEET - ANS Your patient is receiving a continuous cisplatin
(Platinol®, Platinol-AQ®) infusion for testicular cancer.
What is the MOST important safety practice you should educate him about?
Colon - ANS FOLFOX chemotherapy is recommended for what type of cancer?
These are signs and symptoms of end stage cycle of life that your loved one will likely pass very
soon. - ANS You are assessing a patient receiving end-of-life care and find Cheynes-Stokes
respirations, decerebrate positioning, and cool, mottled extremities. What should you tell the
family about these findings?
2,000 - ANS A patient weighting 220 lbs is ordered to receive IV heparin 20 units/kg/hour. How
many units should he receive each hour?
Lung - ANS Which type of cancer is associated with the HIGHEST rate of death in women?
Beneficence vs justice
Non-maleficence vs justice
****Autonomy vs beneficence
YES....Autonomy vs non-maleficence - ANS A patient who wishes to be discharged to his
home even though his physician and other members of his healthcare team believe and have
informed the patient that his decision poses a risk of harm is a conflict of what ethical principles?
A hospital-wide in-service training on strategies to improve the patient experience
YES.....Obtaining payment for provided healthcare services
****When requested by a family member with proof of identity
A research project conducted by nursing students to study medication regimens - ANS In which
of the following instances is disclosure of patient health information permitted without patient
authorization?
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 - ANS A 52-year-old patient had a colonoscopy 2 years ago for colon cancer
screening. What statement indicates a need for more education?
, Acknowledge that hair loss is visible to others and can attract unwanted attention, which can be
difficult to cope with - ANS 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?
Loss of appetite - ANS Which symptom is MOST likely due to an elevated calcium level?
Ensure the patient has sufficient knowledge to make an informed decision - ANS What is the
nurse's responsibility related to informed consent?
Acknowledge the patient's faith and ask how you can be supportive - ANS 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?
Prevent nausea and vomiting rather than providing treatment once symptoms begin - ANS
What is the BEST approach for dealing with nausea and vomiting associated with a first round
of chemotherapy?
Spinal cord compression - ANS 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?
Drug diversion - ANS 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?
Ask the patient if he's considering harming himself - ANS 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?
Teaching lifestyle modifications to reduce the risk of cancer
YES...Slowing disease progression and preventing complications
Identifying cancer through early detection when a cure is possible
---Avoiding unnecessary interventions that are unlikely to improve patient outcomes - ANS
What is the PRIMARY goal of tertiary care?
Schedule him for a MRI to rule out spinal cord compression. - ANS 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
YES....Using a condom during sex
*****Avoiding highly acidic foods
Using products that contain parabens
Avoiding products that contain DEET - ANS Your patient is receiving a continuous cisplatin
(Platinol®, Platinol-AQ®) infusion for testicular cancer.
What is the MOST important safety practice you should educate him about?
Colon - ANS FOLFOX chemotherapy is recommended for what type of cancer?
These are signs and symptoms of end stage cycle of life that your loved one will likely pass very
soon. - ANS You are assessing a patient receiving end-of-life care and find Cheynes-Stokes
respirations, decerebrate positioning, and cool, mottled extremities. What should you tell the
family about these findings?
2,000 - ANS A patient weighting 220 lbs is ordered to receive IV heparin 20 units/kg/hour. How
many units should he receive each hour?
Lung - ANS Which type of cancer is associated with the HIGHEST rate of death in women?
Beneficence vs justice
Non-maleficence vs justice
****Autonomy vs beneficence
YES....Autonomy vs non-maleficence - ANS A patient who wishes to be discharged to his
home even though his physician and other members of his healthcare team believe and have
informed the patient that his decision poses a risk of harm is a conflict of what ethical principles?
A hospital-wide in-service training on strategies to improve the patient experience
YES.....Obtaining payment for provided healthcare services
****When requested by a family member with proof of identity
A research project conducted by nursing students to study medication regimens - ANS In which
of the following instances is disclosure of patient health information permitted without patient
authorization?
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 - ANS A 52-year-old patient had a colonoscopy 2 years ago for colon cancer
screening. What statement indicates a need for more education?
, Acknowledge that hair loss is visible to others and can attract unwanted attention, which can be
difficult to cope with - ANS 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?
Loss of appetite - ANS Which symptom is MOST likely due to an elevated calcium level?
Ensure the patient has sufficient knowledge to make an informed decision - ANS What is the
nurse's responsibility related to informed consent?
Acknowledge the patient's faith and ask how you can be supportive - ANS 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?
Prevent nausea and vomiting rather than providing treatment once symptoms begin - ANS
What is the BEST approach for dealing with nausea and vomiting associated with a first round
of chemotherapy?
Spinal cord compression - ANS 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?
Drug diversion - ANS 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?
Ask the patient if he's considering harming himself - ANS 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?
Teaching lifestyle modifications to reduce the risk of cancer
YES...Slowing disease progression and preventing complications
Identifying cancer through early detection when a cure is possible
---Avoiding unnecessary interventions that are unlikely to improve patient outcomes - ANS
What is the PRIMARY goal of tertiary care?
Schedule him for a MRI to rule out spinal cord compression. - ANS 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
