Qatar DHP Oncology & Haematology Nursing Practice Questions

1. Which personal protective equipment should a nurse wear when administering intravenous chemotherapy?

1. A. Sterile gloves and a cloth apron
2. B. Standard cotton gown and no gloves
3. C. Chemotherapy-tested gloves and a disposable impermeable gown
4. D. A surgical cap and shoe covers only

2. A patient is about to receive a short bolus infusion of fluorouracil, a drug that commonly causes oral mucositis. Which measure can reduce the risk of mucositis?

1. A. Chewing gum throughout the infusion
2. B. Drinking hot drinks to increase oral blood flow
3. C. Avoiding all mouth care until the infusion finishes
4. D. Sucking ice chips during the infusion

3. A patient with newly diagnosed acute leukaemia has fatigue, frequent infections and easy bruising. What is the main reason for these findings?

1. A. The spleen is destroying all normal white cells
2. B. Immature blast cells crowd out normal blood cell production in the bone marrow
3. C. Excess mature neutrophils are blocking small blood vessels
4. D. Iron deficiency caused by a poor diet

4. Which measures help prevent tumour lysis syndrome in a high-risk patient starting chemotherapy?

1. A. High-protein diet and diuretics only
2. B. Calcium supplements and bed rest
3. C. Fluid restriction and potassium supplements
4. D. Intravenous hydration and prescribed allopurinol

5. Why do patients who have had a haematopoietic stem cell transplant usually receive irradiated blood products?

1. A. To sterilise the blood of bacteria
2. B. To extend the shelf life of the blood
3. C. To reduce the risk of fluid overload
4. D. To prevent transfusion-associated graft-versus-host disease