The nurse overheats the client talking with her husband about her new

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Question 1 of 5.

The nurse overheats the client talking with her husband about her new diagnosis of stage 1 breast cancer. Which statement by the client indicates that she does not fully understood the diagnosis?

A. "I won't be here to see our daughter graduate this spring."Â

B. "I understand that I will need some type of chemotherapy."Â

C. "I will be starting radiation therapy on my breast soon."Â

D. "The cancer was in an early stage, and it was contained."Â

Explanation: A. Ninety percent of women with localized tumors (stage 1 and 2) can be expected to achieve long-term disease-free survival. This statement indicates she did not understand the diagnosis of stage 1 breast cancer. B. Both chemotherapy and radiation are recommended for stage 1 and 2 breast cancer. C. Both chemotherapy and radiation are recommended for stage I and 2 breast cancer. D. Stage 1 cancer means that it was contained in the area where the first abnormal cells began to develop.

Question 2 of 5.

The nurse is caring for a client who is being treated for cancer. Which question by the client indicates that the client is not ready for teaching?

A. Am I going to lose my hair?'

B. Should I get a second opinion?'

C. Will this make me really sick?'

D. Will I have to stop exercising at the gym?'

Explanation: Asking about a second opinion suggests denial or doubt about the diagnosis, indicating the client is not ready to engage in teaching about treatment.

Question 3 of 5.

The nurse caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy is concerned about the client's nutritional status. What should the nurse encourage the client to do?

A. Increase the amount of spices in the food

B. Avoid red meats

C. Medicate with prochlorperazine (Compazine) before meals

D. Eat foods that are hot in temperature

Explanation: Increasing spices enhances flavor, encouraging intake, as chemotherapy often dulls taste buds, impacting nutritional status.

Question 4 of 5.

In planning care for a client with a platelet count of 8000 and a WBC of 8000, the nurse can expect to:

A. remove flowers from the room.

B. encourage fresh fruit and vegetables.

C. use a strict hand washing technique.

D. take the client's temperature frequently.

Explanation: A low platelet count (8000) increases bleeding risk, but strict hand washing is critical for infection prevention, as WBC of 8000 is normal but still warrants vigilance.

Question 5 of 5.

The nurse is teaching a client with a WBC of 1400. Which statement made by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. I will eat fresh fruits and vegetables to avoid constipation.'

B. I will stay away from my cat.'

C. I will avoid crowded places.'

D. I will wash all my fruits and vegetables before I eat them.'

Explanation: A low WBC (1400) indicates high infection risk; avoiding crowded places reduces exposure to pathogens, showing understanding of infection precautions.