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concept of nursing 1
Skin Cancers
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The nurse caring for a patient diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma knows that which patient findings are risk factors for the development of skin cancer? | -Inability to tan -Celtic ancestry -Infrequent use of sunscreen |
| The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with melanoma. The nurse is aware that which areas are common sites for this cancer? | -Back -Scalp -Trunk -Lower legs |
| The nurse teaches the patient the ABCDEs of skin self-examination. Which statement by the patient demonstrates that teaching has been effective? | “I should report any moles that are more than ¼ inch in diameter to my health care provider.” |
| A patient has returned to the dermatology office to review results of a repeat skin biopsy. The provider is unable to determine the results of the biopsies on microscopic examination. | -- |
| Which data found in the patient’s record would be most significant to report to the provider? | The patient is taking ibuprofen. |
| A patient underwent an excisional biopsy 3 days ago. The patient calls the clinic and reports a scant amount of bleeding and “a little discomfort.” What is the best action by the nurse? | Inform the patient that slight bleeding and discomfort are expected after an excisional biopsy |
| A patient has been diagnosed with malignant melanoma. The health care provider orders adjuvant therapy after surgery for this patient. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to the patient? | Cisplatin |
| Which nursing interventions are most appropriate for a patient receiving psoralen therapy? | -Provide skin moisturizers -Administer ondansetron as ordered -Recommend the use of an emollient |
| A patient with skin cancer undergoing radiation therapy tells the nurse that she has become self-conscious about changes in her skin. What recommendations can the nurse make to the patient so that she can avoid further skin damage? | -“Wear a scarf on your head to protect your scalp.” -“Find some activities that will help you reduce stress levels." -“Use gentle, nonirritating soaps when you wash your hands and bathe.” |
| The nurse is most concerned about the administration of psoralen to which patient? | A patient with alcohol-related liver disease |
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