concept in nursing 2 Word Scramble
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| A patient with multiple myeloma asks the nurse why this disease developed. Which statement is the best response by the nurse regarding the cause for multiple myeloma? | “There is no primary cause for multiple myeloma, but some risk factors, such as radiation and obesity, are associated with the disease.” |
| A nurse is educating a patient who has recently been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. The nurse explains which signs/symptoms may be experienced if the disease is in the advanced stage? | -Urinary symptoms -Loss of motor function -Decreased red blood cell levels |
| A patient questions a new diagnosis of chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) because he has no symptoms. Which response by the nurse is appropriate? | “It’s very common for patients with CML to have no symptoms initially.” |
| The nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a patient who received chemotherapy for acute myelogenous leukemia (AML). Which laboratory finding would compel the nurse take the grapes off the patient’s lunch tray? | White blood cell count (WBC) of 1.6 cells/μL |
| Which collaborative care treatment modality should the nurse include in the plan of care to prevent complications for the patient with multiple myeloma? | Prescribe weight-bearing exercises with physical therapy |
| A patient has undergone radiation therapy for leukemia. Which assessments should the nurse complete to determine whether a patient has experienced adverse effects of this therapy? | Examine skin color and appearance |
| A woman with Hodgkin’s lymphoma is receiving patient education from the nurse. Which recommendation for follow-up care is important to prevent future malignancies? | “Make sure you have routine mammograms.” |
| A nurse is caring for a patient with multiple myeloma who is experiencing significant skeletal pain. The patient expresses an interest in nonpharmacological pain relief. About which therapy would the nurse provide the patient more information? | Use of a back brace |
| The nurse is preparing to provide patient and family education to a patient with multiple myeloma who will be discharged the following day. Which is the most appropriate teaching to ensure patient safety after discharge? | “Ensure adequate support when walking.” |
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