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Fresh Grad Lands Job as Real Estate Agent With Help from Professional Writers

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Manush is a recent graduate from a prestigious university in California who is looking for a job opportunity as a real estate agent.  While he already has samples provided by his friends, he still feels something lacking in his resume.  Specifically, the he believes that his professional objective statement lacks focus and clarity. 

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Manush’s story shows the importance of using powerful keywords to his resume in landing the job he wanted.

Chapter 15 Quiz

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Below are the questions for the exam with the choices of answers:

Question #1
A  external beam radiation therapy.
B  brachytherapy.
C  a contact mold.
D  systemic radiation.
Question #2
A  Malignant tumor
B  Benign fibrocystic disease
C  Normal finding
D  Malignant tumor with metastasis to surrounding tissue
Question #4
A  Alkylating
B  Nitrosoureas
C  Antimetabolite
D  Mitotic spindle poisons
Question #7
A  “I use an alcohol-based mouthwash every morning.”
B  “I lubricate my lips with petroleum jelly.”
C  “I clean my teeth gently several times per day.”
D  “I replace my toothbrush every month.”
Question #8
A  Counsel the patient about the possibility of losing her breast.
B  Provide aseptic care to the incision postoperatively
C  Provide time for the patient to discuss her concerns.
D  Clarify information provided by the physician.
Question #9
A  Cytokine
B  Antimetabolites
C  Monoclonal antibodies
D  Retinoids
Question #10
A  The laboratory reports a white blood cell (WBC) count of 1,000/mm3.
B  The client begins to shiver.
C  The I.V. site is red and swollen.
D  The client states he is nauseous.
Question #12
A  To analyze the lymph nodes involved
B  To destroy marginal tissues
C  To prevent the formation of new cancer cells
D  To remove the tumor from the brain
Question #13
A  They gain access to the blood and lymphatic channels
B  They usually grow slowly.
C  They demonstrate cells that are well differentiated.
D  They grow by expansion.
Question #14
A  A side effect of the neoplastic drugs
B  A normal reaction to the diagnosis of cancer.
C  A psychiatric diagnosis everyone has at one time or another.
D  An aberrant psychologic reaction to the chemotherapy.
Question #15
A  “You will be unable to have children.”
B  “You will experience menopause now.”
C  “You will continue having your menses every month.”
D  “You will need to practice birth control measures.”
Question #16
A  neutropenia
B  thrombocytopenia
C  leukopenia
D  granulocytopenia
Question #17
A  hemangioma
B  chondroma
C  neuroma
D  osteoma
Question #18
A  Sarcoma
B  Malignancy
C  Leukemia
D  Carcinoma
Question #19
A  Prolongation
B  Initiation
C  Promotion
D  Progression
Question #20
A  chemotherapy exposure and risk factors.
B  signs and symptoms of infection.
C  reinforcement of the client’s medication regimen.
D  expected chemotherapy-related adverse effects.
Question #22
A  Tumor pressure against normal tissues
B  Random, rapid growth of the tumor
C  Emission of abnormal proteins
D  Cells colonizing to distant body parts
Question #23
A  Monitor the client closely to prevent infection.
B  Monitor the client’s toilet patterns.
C  Monitor the client’s heart rate.
D  Monitor the client’s physical condition.
Question #24
A  Practicing relaxation techniques
B  Obtaining acupressure treatments
C  Using imagery techniques
D  Taking prescribed ondansetron
Question #25
A  uses the treadmill for 30 minutes on 5 days each week
B  works as a secretary at a medical radiation treatment center
C  drinks one glass of wine at dinner each night
D  eats red meat such as steaks or hamburgers every day
Question #26
A  Temperature of 98.3° F (36.8° C)
B  Stage 3 pressure ulcer on the left heel
C  Ate 75% of all meals during the day
D  White blood cell (WBC) count of 9,000 cells/mm3
Question #28
A  No distant metastasis
B  No evidence of primary tumor
C  No regional lymph node metastasis
D  Distant metastasis
Question #29
A  Use disposable utensils for the next month.
B  Prepare food separately from family members.
C  Shield your throat area when near others.
D  Flush the toilet twice after every use.
Question #30
A  Drug history
B  Family history
C  Allergy history
D  Blood studies
Question #31
A  “I’ll wash my skin with mild soap and water only.”
B  “I’ll not use my heating pad during my treatment.”
C   “I’ll wear protective clothing when outside.”
D  “I’m worried I’ll expose my family members to radiation.”
Question #32
A  Administering aspirin if the temperature exceeds 102° F (38.8° C)
B  Providing for frequent rest periods
C  Inspecting the skin for petechiae once every shift
D  Placing the client in strict isolation
Question #33
A  Administering metoclopramide and dexamethasone as ordered
B  Encouraging rhythmic breathing exercises
C  Withholding fluids for the first 4 to 6 hours after chemotherapy administration
D  Serving small portions of bland food
Question #34
A  Serum potassium level of 2.6 mEq/L
B  Sodium level of 142 mEq/L
C  Urine output of 400 ml in 8 hours
D  Blood pressure of 120/64 to 130/72 mm Hg
Question #35
A  Throw I.V. tubing in the trash after the infusion is stopped.
B  Disconnect I.V. tubing with gloved hands.
C  Wear disposable gloves and protective clothing.
D  Break needles after the infusion is discontinued.
Question #36
A  The client begins to shiver.
B  The client states he is nauseous.
C  The I.V. site is red and swollen.
D  The laboratory reports a white blood cell (WBC) count of 1,000/mm3.
Question #37
A  Place the client in a private room.
B  Place a chair next to the bed to allow the spouse to sit.
C  Allow visitors to telephone only.
D  Have visitors wear dosimeters for safety
Question #38
A  Encourage fluid intake, if possible, to dilute the urine.
B  Withhold medication when the blood urea nitrogen level exceeds 20 mg/dL.
C  Modify the diet to acidify the urine, thus preventing uric acid crystallization.
D  Limit fluids to 1,000 mL/day to minimize stress on the renal tubules.
Question #39
A  Allergy history
B  Blood studies
C  Drug history
Question #40
A  “If you eat right, exercise, and get enough rest, you can prevent breast cancer.”
B  “You can’t prevent cancer, but you can have your blood analyzed for tumor markers to see what your risk level is.”
C  “Cancer often skips a generation, so don’t worry about it.”
D  “With your family history, there is nothing you can do to prevent getting cancer.”
Question #41
A  Mitosis
B  G1 phase
C  G2 phase
D  S phase
Question #42
A  Angiogenesis
B  Carcinogenesis
C  Apoptosis
D  Mitosis
Question #43
A  Stay away from protein beverages.
B  Suck on hard candy during treatment.
C  Encourage eating cheese, eggs, and legumes
D  Encourage maximum fluid intake
Question #44
A  Decrease tobacco smoking from one pack/day to half a pack/day
B  Use sunscreen when outdoors.
C  Obtain a cancer history from her parents.
D  Exercise 30 minutes 3 times each week.
Question #45
A  SIADH
B  Superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS)
C  DIC
D  Cardiac tamponade
Question #46
A  Increased uric acid excretion
B  Hypercalcemia
C  Hypophosphatemia
D   Hypokalemia
Question #47
A  Withhold medication when the blood urea nitrogen level exceeds 20 mg/dL.
B  Limit fluids to 1,000 mL daily to prevent accumulation of the drug’s end products after cell lysis.
C  Take measures to acidify the urine and prevent uric acid crystallization.
D  Encourage fluid intake to dilute the urine.
Question #48
A  It functions against disseminated disease.
B  It causes a systemic reaction.
C  It targets normal body cells as well as cancer cells.
D  It attacks cancer cells during their vulnerable phase.
Question #50
A  It removes an entire lesion and the surrounding tissue.
B  It is used to remove cancerous cells using a needle.
C  It treats cancer with lymph node involvement.
D  It removes a wedge of tissue for diagnosis.
Question #52
A  “New hair growth will return without any change to color or texture.”
B  “Clients with alopecia will have delay in grey hair.”
C  “Wigs can be used after the chemotherapy is completed.”
D  “The hair loss is usually temporary.”
Question #53
A  Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
B  Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone release (SIADH)
C  Tumor lysis syndrome
D  Cardiac tamponade
Question #55
A  The second and third drugs increase the effectiveness of the first drug.
B  The three drugs have a synergistic effect and act on the cancer cells with different mechanisms.
C  The first two drugs are toxic to cancer cells, and the third drug promotes cell growth.
D  The three drugs can be given at lower doses.
Question #56
A  antibiotic
B  anticoagulant.
C  antimetabolite.
D  antiemetic.
Question #58
A  Nausea and vomiting are only a factor for the first 24 hours after treatment.
B  Chemotherapy treatment can be adjusted to optimize effects while limiting adverse effects.
C  Most clients believe the discomfort is well worth the cure for cancer.
D  Clinical trials are opening up new cancer treatments all the time.
Question #59
A  Eat warm or hot foods.
B  Eat wholesome meals.
C  Avoid spicy and fatty foods.
D  Avoid intake of fluids.
Question #60
A  Hypertension
B  Altered mental status
C  Warm, moist skin
D  Increased urine output
Question #61
A  “I’ll use hats to protect my head from the sun when my hair falls out.”
B  “I’ll allow myself plenty of time to rest between activities.”
C  “Most of the adverse effects should go away shortly after my last radiation treatment.”
D  “If I get nauseous, I’ll try to eat several small, bland meals each day.”