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Hematology Final Exam Questions Pdf Questions
Question 1 of 5
A child receiving extensive radiation for Hodgkin disease may experience which side effect that requires nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Malaise and fatigue are common side effects of radiation therapy; ensuring adequate rest is essential.
Question 2 of 5
The parent of a child diagnosed with Wilms tumor asks about the treatment plan. What should the nurse explain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The standard treatment often involves surgical removal of the tumor (and the affected kidney) followed by chemotherapy; radiation is used depending on staging and histology.
Question 3 of 5
Where is the primary site of origin for neuroblastoma in children?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neuroblastoma typically arises from embryonic neural crest cells in the adrenal medulla or the retroperitoneal sympathetic chain, most often within the abdomen.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following can be manifestations of leukemia in a child? (Select one that does not apply..)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Leukemia may cause leg pain (due to bone marrow expansion), fever (from neutropenia), bruising (due to thrombocytopenia), and enlarged lymph nodes (from leukemic infiltration). Excessive weight gain is not typical.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is correct regarding prognostic factors for determining survival for a child newly diagnosed with ALL?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A normal or low white blood cell count at diagnosis is a favorable prognostic factor in ALL.