AOCNP Radiation Oncology Nursing

Question 1

Which unit of measurement quantifies the absorbed radiation dose in modern oncology practice?

Accepted Answer

Gray (Gy)

Answer

Roentgen (R)

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Rad

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Curie (Ci)

Question 2

Radiation-induced mucositis in the oral cavity is best managed with:

Accepted Answer

Frequent saline rinses, pain assessment, and nutritional support

Answer

Prophylactic antifungals only

Answer

Corticosteroid mouthwash as monotherapy

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Antibiotics regardless of infection signs

Question 3

Radiation recall is defined as:

Accepted Answer

Inflammatory reaction at a prior radiation site triggered by a systemic drug

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Skin reaction from a second radiation course to the same site

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Fatigue persisting after radiation is completed

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Erythema appearing during radiation fractions

Question 4

Which skin care instruction is correct for patients undergoing external beam radiation therapy to the breast?

Accepted Answer

Avoid tight clothing, heat, and sun exposure; use gentle fragrance-free moisturizers

Answer

Apply petroleum-based thick ointments within 4 hours before each treatment

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Use alcohol-based antiseptic washes on the treated area daily

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Shave the axilla with a straight razor throughout treatment

Question 5

Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) differs from conventional radiation by delivering:

Accepted Answer

Very high doses per fraction in a small number of treatments with precise targeting

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Low doses over many weeks

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Radiation through a radioactive implant only

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Whole-body radiation for systemic disease

Question 6

A patient 12 months after pelvic radiation for cervical cancer reports progressive vaginal stenosis. The nurse practitioner should recommend:

Accepted Answer

Regular use of vaginal dilators with lubricant

Answer

No intervention unless pain is present

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Hormonal creams as the sole treatment

Answer

Avoidance of any vaginal penetration indefinitely