PRACTICE AND REVIEW EXAMS

NCLEX Review: Oncology Questions 1.    A male client has an abnormal result on a Papanicolaou test. After admitting, he read his chart while the nurse was out of the room, the client asks what dysplasia means. Which definition should the nurse provide? a.    Presence of completely undifferentiated tumor cells that don’t resemble cells of the tissues of their origin b.    Increase in the number of normal cells in a normal arrangement in a tissue or an organ c.    Replacement of one type of fully differentiated cell by another in tissues where the second type normally isn’t found d.    Alteration in the size, shape, and organization of differentiated cells 2.    For a female client with newly diagnosed cancer, the nurse formulates a nursing diagnosis of Anxiety related to the threat of death secondary to cancer diagnosis. Which expected outcome would be appropriate for this client? a. ...

Oncology Practice Test - Answers and Rationale 1. ANSWER: D For a breast self-examination, placing a pillow or towel under the shoulder of the side being examined elevates the chest wall while the woman lies flat on her back. This positioning allows for better breast tissue distribution over the chest wall and the most thorough examination of tissues by palpation. A: Sitting is not the desired position for palpating the breasts. B: A standing position, facing a mirror, is used to inspect the breasts for changes in size and shape, skin dimpling, and nipple changes, but not for palpation. C: This is not a recommended position as it cannot expose the tissue better than raising only one arm with a pillow under the shoulder. 2. ANSWER: A-C-D-E-F A. Maintain the child in a private room C. Reduce exposure to environmental organisms D. Ensure that anyone entering the child's room wears a mask E. Use strict aseptic technique for all procedures F. Maintain fr...