Name the warning signals listed on the American Cancer Society's list of warning signs of
cancer. Place a star by those J.B. has.
What will be an ideal response?
• Change in bowel or bladder habits
• A sore that does not heal
• Unusual bleeding or discharge
• Thickening or lump in breast or elsewhere
• Indigestion or difficulty swallowing*
• Obvious change in wart or mole
• Nagging cough or hoarseness*
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A low red blood cell count can be associated with
a. Bacterial infection b. Recent hemorrhage c. Dehydration d. Recent viral infection
For the critical care patient, stress must be
A) redirected and accepted. B) repressed and diverted. C) reduced or eliminated. D) altered and denied.
A 43-year-old patient with a strong family history of breast cancer considers taking tamoxifen [Nolvadex] for cancer prevention. Which assessment finding is a possible contraindication?
a. History of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) b. History of osteoporosis c. Hyperlipidemia d. Prior hysterectomy
A small-bore feeding tube is placed. Which technique will the nurse use to best verify tube placement?
a. X-ray b. pH testing c. Auscultation d. Aspiration of contents