NUR313 Exam 3 Part 2

Which of the following would not be an appropriate nursing intervention for a cancer patient experiencing anorexia?

You patient has a BMI of 27.8. You classify this as..

A patient has recently been diagnosed with early stages of breast cancer. What is most appropriate for the nurse to focus on?

Which statement best describes the etiology of obesity?

The patient and his family are upset that the patient is going through procedures to diagnose cancer. What nursing actions should the nurse use first to facilitate their coping with this situation (select all that apply)?

Which of the following would be beneficial to help prevent the spread of infection to your patient? (select all that apply)

You are wearing a gown, gloves, and mask when you walk into your cancer patient's room. What would be an appropriate thing to tell your patient?

A patient on chemotherapy for 10 weeks started at a weight of 121 lb. She now weighs 118 lb and has no sense of taste. Which nursing intervention would be a priority?

The patient has osteosarcoma of the right leg. The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) reports that the patient's vital signs are normal, but the patient says he still has pain in his leg and it is getting worse. What assessment question should the nurse ask the patient to determine treatment measures for this patient's pain?

Which of the following statements made by Mr. J, a 86 year old patient with Stage IV lung cancer, demonstrates understanding of why he is receiving palliative care?

Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate at risk nursing dx for a patient going through chemotherapy for cancer treatment?

Which of the following is not a modifiable risk factor for lung cancer?

A 33-year-old patient has recently been diagnosed with stage II cervical cancer. What should the nurse understand about the patient's cancer?

Lucy, a 22 year old female, was diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia. What would be an appropriate thing to include is Lucy's care plan?

The nurse has completed initial instruction with a patient regarding a weight loss program. The nurse determines that the teaching has been effective when the patient makes which statement?

The patient is receiving an IV vesicant chemotherapy drug. The nurse notices swelling and redness at the site. What should the nurse do first?

Your patient, Mrs. J, is worried about getting breast cancer. She told you, "my mom died from breast cancer ten years ago, and I just don't want the same to happen to me." What are some appropriate things you can do for Mrs. J? select all that apply

In developing an effective weight reduction plan for an overweight patient who states a willingness to try to lose weight, it is most important for the nurse to first assess which factor?

Your obese patient says, "I want the Dr. to prescribe me a pill to help me lose weight." What would be an appropriate thing the nurse could say?

Mr. J was just diagnosed with lung cancer. As a student nurse, you know that the only way to officially diagnose someone with cancer is?

The female patient is having whole brain radiation for brain metastasis. She is concerned about how she will look when she loses her hair. What is the best response by the nurse to this patient?

Which of the following is/are non-modifiable risk factors for breast cancer? (select all that apply)

Which of the following lab levels is concerning for an anemic patient? (select all that apply)

When caring for a patient with metastatic cancer, the nurse notes a hemoglobin level of 8.7 g/dL and hematocrit of 26%. What should the nurse place highest priority on initiating interventions to reduce?

The nurse is caring for a patient who is 5'6" tall and weighs 186 lb. The nurse has discussed reasonable weight loss goals and a low-calorie diet with the patient. Which statement made by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?

A community health nurse is conducting an initial assessment of a new patient. Which assessments should the nurse include when screening the patient for metabolic syndrome (select all that apply)?

The obesity classification that is most often associated with cardiovascular health problems is

Which of the following is not a critical factor to consider when writing a weight loss/care plan for an obese patient?

Which item would be most beneficial when providing oral care to a patient with metastatic cancer who is at risk for oral tissue injury secondary to chemotherapy?

Which patient has the highest morbidity risk?

The patient is told that the adenoma tumor is not encapsulated but has normally differentiated cells and that surgery will be needed. The patient asks the nurse what this means. What should the nurse tell the patient?

In a severely anemic patient, the nurse would expect to find

Previous administrations of chemotherapy agents to a cancer patient have resulted in diarrhea. Which dietary modification should the nurse recommend?

At the first visit to the clinic, the female patient with a BMI of 29 kg/m2 tells the nurse that she does not want to become obese. Which question used for assessing weight issues is the most important question for the nurse to ask?

Who of the following would be most at risk for developing colorectal cancer?

The nurse is caring for a 45-year-old woman with a herniated lumbar disc. The patient realizes that weight loss is necessary to lessen back strain. The patient is 5'6" tall and weighs 186 lb (84.5 kg) with a body mass index (BMI) of 28 kg/m2. The nurse explains to the patient that this measurement places her in which of the following weight categories?

You patient has a BMI of 38.2. You classify this as...

The nurse is caring for a patient suffering from anorexia secondary to chemotherapy. Which strategy would be most appropriate for the nurse to use to increase the patient's nutritional intake?

As a nurse, what are some essential things you can teach your patient about the prevention of cancer? select all that apply

Which of the following statements regarding the prevalence of cancer is true?

In developing a weight reduction program with a 45-year-old female patient who weighs 197 lb, the nurse encourages the patient to set a weight loss goal of how many pounds in 4 weeks?

You patient has a waist ration of 24 inches and a hip ratio of of 30 inches. You know that..

What features of malignant neoplasms distinguish them from benign neoplasms (select all that apply)?

After 3 weeks of radiation therapy, a patient has lost 10 pounds and states they cannot eat because of mucositis. An appropriate nursing diagnosis for the patient is:

Which of the following criteria must be met for a diagnosis of metabolic syndrome (select all that apply)?

Mr. J has developed a dry desquamation after receiving radiation. What are some appropriate nursing interventions for Mr. J? select all that apply

What can the nurse do to facilitate cancer prevention for the patient in the promotion stage of cancer development?

Which of the following is not an example of secondary prevention of cancer?

The nurse determines that teaching regarding a weight-loss program has been effective when the patient says,

You anemic patient has an O2 sat of 85% and has dyspnea. What is your priority intervention?