When precepting a nursing student on the oncology unit about ...

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When precepting a nursing student on the oncology unit about nursing responsibilities related to client fluid and electrolyte balance, the nurse recognizes which response by the student indicates a need for further clarification?
 
  a. Intake and output must be recorded.
  b. I should insert an indwelling catheter for accurate urine output readings.
  c. I need to encourage the client to drink fluids.
  d. I need to monitor the client's blood pressure.

Question 2

Because antineoplastic agents affect all rapidly growing cells, the nurse observes for:
 
  a. changes in sensory organs.
  b. neurological problems such as confusion.
  c. nausea and vomiting, bleeding, and alopecia.
  d. urinary retention and dysuria.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is an appropriate nursing action to address fluid and electrolyte balance.
B Correct: There is not a routine nursing action and would increase the risk of infection for the client.
C Incorrect: This is an appropriate nursing action to address fluid and electrolyte balance.
D Incorrect: This is an appropriate nursing action to address fluid and electrolyte balance.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This does not represent changes in rapidly growing cells.
B Incorrect: This does not represent changes in rapidly growing cells.
C Correct: These represent areas of rapidly growing cells.
D Incorrect: This does not represent changes in rapidly growing cells.

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[dantucker]

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