Which surgery is considered a type of rehabilitative surgery for cancer?
A. Creation of a colostomy during surgery for colorectal cancer
B. Removal of a mole that is present in area of constant irritation
C. Creation of a new vagina following radical therapy for pelvic cancer
D. Removing a wedge of tissue for cytologic examination from a lung lesion of un-certain origin
C
Rehabilitative surgery for cancer restores function after cancer treatment has altered the function of an organ, tissue, or appendage.
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The student nurse is performing a Weber tuning fork test. What technique is most appropriate?
a. Holding the vibrating tuning fork 10 to 12 inches from the client's ear b. Placing the vibrating fork in the middle of the client's head c. Starting by placing the vibrating fork on the mastoid process d. Tapping the vibrating tuning fork against the bridge of the nose
A theory of communication that emphasizes the three ways to communicate—hearing, seeing, and touching—is called _________________________
ANS:
The history finding in a client with elevated carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) that suggests to the nurse that this result might not be related to colorectal cancer is a
a. high-fiber diet. b. history of heavy smoking. c. regular exercise program. d. sedentary lifestyle.
A 77-year-old Hispanic Catholic Nun (retired) who immigrated to the United States 15 years ago lives alone but in an apartment complex where her sister lives as well. She is being discharged home after a hospitalization for congestive heart failure with p
a. Language barrier b. Living alone c. Large number of medications d. Ethnic background e. Religious background