The client is being admitted to the oncology unit and is being placed on neutropenic precautions. Which lab value would indicate the need for this type of precaution?

White blood cell count of 1,500 mm3

Hematocrit level at 35%

Hemoglobin of 16 g/dL

Platelet count of 150,000 per microliter

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   Neutropenic precautions are implemented when the white blood cell count is significantly decreased, typically below 1,000/mm3, to protect the client from potential infections due to compromised immunity.
B.   Hematocrit level and hemoglobin levels are indicators of red blood cell function and oxygen-carrying capacity and are not directly related to neutropenia.

C.   Hemoglobin levels are an indicator of oxygen-carrying capacity and are not directly related to neutropenia.
D.   Platelet count is related to clotting function and is not directly related to neutropenia.

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Correct Answer is ["8"]

Explanation

To answer this question, the nurse needs to use the formula:

mL = (mg x 1 mL) / mg

where mg is the prescribed dose and mL is the available dose. Plugging in the values, we get:

mL = (80 mg x 1 mL) / 10 mg mL = 8 mL

Therefore, the nurse should administer 8 mL of furosemide oral solution.

A. the presence and extent of lymph node involvement B. the tissue or cell of origin C. the amount of differentiation of the cells D. tumor obstruction

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. The N in the TNM classification system stands for lymph node involvement, providing information on the presence and extent of lymph node involvement by the tumor.
B. The tissue or cell of origin is typically denoted by the primary tumor classification.

C. The amount of differentiation of the cells is usually described separately and not specifically represented by the N in the TNM system.
D. Tumor obstruction is not directly assessed by the N component of the TNM system.

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The client is being admitted to the oncology unit and is being placed on neutropenic precautions. Which lab value would indicate the need for this type of precaution?

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The nurse is preparing to administer furosemide 80 mg PO daily. The amount available is furosemide oral solution 10mg/1mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round to the nearest whole number and label your answer.)

Correct Answer is ["8"]

Explanation

Tumor staging includes the TNM classification system. The N in TNM would give the physician information on which part of the tumor classification?

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

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