Q.1 What is the primary role of oncology nursing?
Administering routine vaccines
Providing care and support to cancer patients
Conducting orthopedic surgeries
Managing cardiovascular emergencies
Explanation - Oncology nurses specialize in caring for patients with cancer, including administering treatments, monitoring side effects, and providing emotional support.
Correct answer is: Providing care and support to cancer patients
Q.2 Which of the following is considered a malignant tumor?
Lipoma
Adenocarcinoma
Fibroma
Hemangioma
Explanation - Adenocarcinoma is a type of malignant tumor that originates in glandular tissue and can invade surrounding tissues or metastasize.
Correct answer is: Adenocarcinoma
Q.3 What is the most common diagnostic tool used in oncology nursing to detect tumors?
MRI
Electrocardiogram
Spirometry
Audiometry
Explanation - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is widely used to detect tumors, assess their size, and plan treatment in oncology nursing.
Correct answer is: MRI
Q.4 Chemotherapy primarily targets which type of cells?
Rapidly dividing cells
Muscle cells
Neurons
Red blood cells
Explanation - Chemotherapy drugs are designed to target and kill rapidly dividing cancer cells, though they can also affect some normal cells.
Correct answer is: Rapidly dividing cells
Q.5 Which nursing action is essential before administering chemotherapy?
Checking the patient’s vital signs and lab results
Performing a physical therapy session
Measuring blood glucose
Assessing auditory reflexes
Explanation - It is crucial to assess vital signs, lab results (especially blood counts), and overall patient condition before chemotherapy to prevent complications.
Correct answer is: Checking the patient’s vital signs and lab results
Q.6 What is the term for cancer spreading from one organ to another?
Metastasis
Remission
Benign growth
Hyperplasia
Explanation - Metastasis refers to the process by which cancer cells spread from the original tumor site to distant organs.
Correct answer is: Metastasis
Q.7 Which side effect is commonly associated with radiation therapy?
Hair loss at the treatment site
Enhanced vision
Increased appetite
Muscle hypertrophy
Explanation - Radiation therapy can cause hair loss, skin changes, and fatigue, especially at the site being treated.
Correct answer is: Hair loss at the treatment site
Q.8 Palliative care in oncology nursing primarily focuses on:
Curing cancer completely
Relieving symptoms and improving quality of life
Performing surgical procedures
Administering vaccines
Explanation - Palliative care aims to reduce pain, manage symptoms, and enhance the overall well-being of patients with advanced cancer.
Correct answer is: Relieving symptoms and improving quality of life
Q.9 Which of the following is a common psychological issue faced by cancer patients?
Depression
Myopia
Arthritis
Epistaxis
Explanation - Cancer patients often experience psychological issues such as anxiety, depression, and fear due to the disease and treatment effects.
Correct answer is: Depression
Q.10 Which laboratory test is commonly monitored in patients receiving chemotherapy?
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Urinalysis
Electrolytes only
Liver function only
Explanation - CBC is monitored to check for anemia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia, which are common side effects of chemotherapy.
Correct answer is: Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Q.11 Which factor increases the risk of developing cancer?
Smoking tobacco
Regular exercise
Balanced diet
Vaccination
Explanation - Smoking is a major risk factor for several types of cancer, including lung, oral, and throat cancers.
Correct answer is: Smoking tobacco
Q.12 Which of the following is considered a benign tumor?
Fibroma
Melanoma
Leukemia
Osteosarcoma
Explanation - Fibromas are benign tumors that are generally non-cancerous, slow-growing, and do not metastasize.
Correct answer is: Fibroma
Q.13 Which nursing intervention helps manage nausea in cancer patients?
Administering antiemetic medications
Providing a high-sugar diet
Encouraging prolonged fasting
Avoiding fluid intake
Explanation - Antiemetics are prescribed to control nausea and vomiting, common side effects of chemotherapy and radiation.
Correct answer is: Administering antiemetic medications
Q.14 What is the meaning of 'remission' in oncology?
Reduction or disappearance of cancer signs and symptoms
Spread of cancer to other organs
Rapid tumor growth
Permanent cure
Explanation - Remission refers to the partial or complete disappearance of cancer symptoms, though it does not always mean the patient is cured.
Correct answer is: Reduction or disappearance of cancer signs and symptoms
Q.15 What is a common route of chemotherapy administration?
Intravenous (IV)
Topical cream
Inhalation
Oral only
Explanation - Chemotherapy is commonly administered intravenously to ensure systemic delivery of the drug to the cancer cells.
Correct answer is: Intravenous (IV)
Q.16 Which of the following is a key responsibility of an oncology nurse?
Monitoring treatment side effects
Repairing fractured bones
Performing eye surgery
Administering insulin only
Explanation - Oncology nurses monitor patients for side effects of cancer therapies and provide interventions to manage them.
Correct answer is: Monitoring treatment side effects
Q.17 Which of these is considered a hematologic malignancy?
Leukemia
Lung carcinoma
Breast carcinoma
Skin papilloma
Explanation - Leukemia is a type of blood cancer that affects white blood cells and bone marrow, categorized as a hematologic malignancy.
Correct answer is: Leukemia
Q.18 Which of the following lifestyle modifications can reduce cancer risk?
Avoiding tobacco and alcohol
Skipping breakfast daily
Excessive sun exposure
Living sedentary
Explanation - Avoiding tobacco, limiting alcohol, maintaining a healthy diet, and exercising can reduce the risk of developing certain cancers.
Correct answer is: Avoiding tobacco and alcohol
Q.19 Which of the following is a red flag symptom in oncology nursing?
Unexplained weight loss
Regular menstrual cycle
Occasional headache
Seasonal allergies
Explanation - Unexplained weight loss may indicate underlying malignancy and requires further evaluation in oncology care.
Correct answer is: Unexplained weight loss
Q.20 Bone marrow suppression due to chemotherapy can lead to:
Anemia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia
Hypertension
Hyperglycemia
Skin rash only
Explanation - Chemotherapy can suppress bone marrow, leading to reduced red blood cells (anemia), white blood cells (neutropenia), and platelets (thrombocytopenia).
Correct answer is: Anemia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia
Q.21 Which patient education is important for an oncology patient undergoing chemotherapy?
Reporting fever or infections immediately
Ignoring minor bleeding
Skipping hydration
Avoiding rest
Explanation - Patients undergoing chemotherapy are immunocompromised; fever or infection must be reported promptly to prevent complications.
Correct answer is: Reporting fever or infections immediately
Q.22 Targeted therapy in oncology focuses on:
Specific molecules involved in cancer growth
Entire body without specificity
Only bone marrow cells
Only the skin cells
Explanation - Targeted therapies interfere with specific pathways or molecules involved in cancer cell growth, causing less harm to normal cells.
Correct answer is: Specific molecules involved in cancer growth
Q.23 Which of the following is true about hospice care?
It focuses on comfort rather than cure
It guarantees cancer cure
It is only for pediatric patients
It involves intensive chemotherapy
Explanation - Hospice care provides end-of-life support, emphasizing symptom management and comfort rather than curative treatments.
Correct answer is: It focuses on comfort rather than cure
Q.24 Which of these vitamins is often recommended to support oncology patients’ general health?
Vitamin D
Vitamin K only
Vitamin B12 only
Vitamin E in excess
Explanation - Vitamin D supports bone health and immune function, which may benefit oncology patients during and after treatment.
Correct answer is: Vitamin D