The nurse cares for a client receiving an antitumor antibiotic, doxorubicin.  Knowing the main side effects of this classification of chemotherapy drugs, the nurse assesses for signs of which of the following?

A client receiving intravenous chemotherapy asks the nurse the reason for wearing a mask, gloves, and gown while administering drugs to the client. What is the nurse’s best response? 

17. One of every two women and up to one in four men over age 50 will have an osteoporotic-related fracture at some point in their lives.

The nurse prepares to teach a class to a community group about cancer.  The nurse discusses risk factors that can promote cancer as well as ways to protect against cancer.  Which statements should the nurse include in the instructions?  Select all that apply (4). 

Nursing students are learning the characteristics of cancer cells and malignant tumors.  Which characteristics will be included in this teaching?  Select all that apply (3). 

2. Regular physical activity has been shown to improve mood, cognitive function, creativity, and short-term memory

The nurse educates a client about the signs of skin cancer.  Which statements by the client indicate signs of skin cancer?  Select all that apply (3).

21. Mutations in oncogenes can be inherited.

50. Which of the following agencies regulates safety and labeling of health products and cosmetics?

41. In the U.S., medical errors are the third leading cause of death after heart disease and cancer.