Which type of breast cancer is most common?
Ductal breast cancer
After colorectal surgery, which finding requires immediate nursing intervention?
Absent bowel sounds
What does T4 indicate in TNM cancer staging
A large primary tumor
A common adverse effect of tamoxifen therapy?
Hot Flashes
A common manifestation of anemia with activity?
Dyspnea on exertion
Which screening identifies increased genetic risk for breast cancer?
BRCA1 & BRCA2 gene testing
Which foods help relieve nausea from radiation therapy?
Bland foods such as crackers
What does N0 indicate in TNM staging?
No regional lymph node involvement
Most therapeutic response to a client fearful of cancer?
"I'm hearing that you are concerned that you could have cancer."
Physical findings associated with severe anemia?
Brittle or spoon-shaped nails
Why is MRI preferred over mammography in high-risk clients?
MRI is more sensitive for soft tissue abnormalities
Best response to a client fearful before a lobectomy?
"It's ok to feel afraid. Let's talk about what you are afraid of."
What does M1 indicate in cancer staging?
Distant metastasis is present
When should monthly breast self-exams be performed?
Two to three days after menstruation
Which is NOT typical of anemia: spoon-shaped nails,
Shiny hairless legs, yellow mucus membranes, or poor skin turgor?
Poor skin turgor
What is the primary risk factor for prostate cancer?
Advancing age (50 years and older)
What equipment should a client expect after a lobectomy?
A chest tube
What does TIS indicate in cancer staging?
Carcinoma in situ
A key nursing intervention for bone marrow suppressant?
Protective isolation
Best way to take ferrous sulfate for absorption?
Between meals
A common complication following prostatectomy?
Erectile dysfunction
Which chemotherapy adverse effect must be reported immediately?
Signs of infection
Name one colorectal cancer screening recommendation for adults over 50
Annual FOBT or flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years
Food safety teaching for a client with neutropenia?
Avoid buffets& undercooked foods
Why are stools black when taking iron supplements?
This is an expected effect of iron therapy
(a little patho. lol) -Unabsorbed iron passes through your digestive tract. When it mixes with stomach acid& the intestinal enzymes, it darkens the color