Which of the following statements best describes the goal of chemotherapy when prescribed as part of palliative treatment?

To treat side effects of cancer, including stomatitis and alopecia

To eliminate all tumor cells in the client's body

To prevent symptoms associated with bone marrow suppression

To provide relief from symptoms caused by cancer at an advanced stage

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A.   Chemotherapy can cause side effects such as stomatitis and alopecia but is not typically prescribed solely to treat these side effects.
B.   While chemotherapy aims to kill cancer cells, complete eradication of all tumor cells in the body is often not achievable.

C.   Chemotherapy-induced bone marrow suppression is a potential side effect of treatment and is managed with supportive care measures, but preventing these symptoms is not the primary goal of palliative chemotherapy.
D.   Palliative chemotherapy is aimed at providing relief from symptoms caused by cancer, such as pain, fatigue, and other symptoms associated with advanced disease, rather than focusing on cure or tumor eradication.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Benign tumors generally grow slower than cancerous cells, so this statement is inaccurate.
B. Benign tumors are not cancerous; they do not invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body.
C. Benign tumors are non-cancerous growths that do not invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body. Therefore, they typically do not impair the function of the organ where they are located.
D. Unlike malignant tumors, benign tumors do not spread to other organs or lymph nodes.

A. Use sterile gloves when handling soiled linens B. Place a surgical mask on the client if transportation to another department is needed C. Wear a gown when providing all client cares D. Wear a mask when providing care within 10 ft of the client

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. While standard precautions should be followed, the use of sterile gloves for routine care related to pertussis is not necessary.
B. Placing a surgical mask on the client during transportation may help prevent the spread of respiratory droplets but is not a comprehensive infection control measure.
C. Wearing a gown for all client cares is unnecessary and may not be practical.
D. Wearing a mask when providing care within 10 feet of the client helps reduce the risk of droplet transmission of pertussis.

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