The charge nurse is explain electrocardiogram (ECG) components to a group of new-graduate nurses. The charge nurse should explain that which of the following is the normal range for the PR interval on an ECG?

A 55-year-old patient scheduled for a lung biopsy asks the nurse to explain the difference between benign and malignant tumors.Which response by the nurse is most accurate?

A patient develops neutropenia following chemotherapy. Which instructions should the nurse include in the teaching plan to help prevent infection? (Select all that apply.)

The nurse is reviewing four patient cases to determine which individual is most likely to be diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). Which patient fits the typical presentation of ALL?

During an oral assessment, the nurse notes white, thickened patches on the patient’s tongue and inner cheek that cannot be scraped off. The patient is a long-term smoker and reports occasional soreness but no bleeding. These findings are concerning because they may indicate a precancerous lesion. Which term best describes these assessment findings?

The nurse is caring for a patient recovering from a total thyroidectomy for thyroid cancer. Which assessment finding would require immediate intervention by the nurse?

A 65-year-old patient receiving external beam radiation therapy for esophageal cancer reports difficulty swallowing and a reduced appetite. Which food option should the nurse suggest to best support the patient’s nutritional status?

The nurse is reviewing the occupational histories of several patients during annual health exams. Which patient has the highest occupational risk for developing bladder cancer?

The nurse is educating a community group about ways to reduce cancer risk. Which of the following are modifiable risk factors for cancer? (Select all that apply.)

The dairy group is a rich source of calcium and helps with bone and tooth formation.