The RN working on an oncology unit has just received report on these clients. Which client should be assessed first?
A. A client with chemotherapy-induced neutropenia who has just been admitted with an elevated temperature
B. A client with lymphoma who will need administration of an antiemetic before receiving chemotherapy
C. A client with metastatic breast cancer who is scheduled for external beam radiation in 1 hour
D. A client with xerostomia associated with laryngeal cancer who needs oral care before breakfast
Answer: A. A client with chemotherapy-induced neutropenia who has just been admitted with an elevated temperature
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A) "The younger you are when you start smoking, the higher your risk of lung cancer." B) "The risk for lung cancer never decreases once you have smoked, which is why smokers need annual chest x-rays." C) "The risk for lung cancer is determined mostly by what type of cigarettes you smoke." D) "The risk for lung cancer depends primarily on the other risk factors for cancer that you have."
Why is end-of-life planning often neglected? (Select all that apply.)
a. There is a clear procedure to follow. b. People are uncomfortable talking about death. c. Young people do not see the need for end-of-life planning. d. End-of-life planning is a relatively new concept. e. Many persons are not really sure what they want to do.
Which finding is most consistent with the nursing diagnosis of Ineffective Breathing Pattern?
a. patient states he feels short of breath b. patient has difficulty speaking c. shallow breaths d. rales and rhonchi
A nurse is assisting in planning a series of group therapy sessions with several female clients diagnosed with somatic symptom disorder. The nurse plans to focus the sessions on which of the following as a priority?
A) Causes of medical illnesses B) Positive self-talk C) Side effects of medications D) Assertiveness skills