Palliative Care Day 6 Quiz - Nurses Revision

Welcome to your Palliative Care Day 6 Quiz

August 30, 2025

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1. Which of the following drugs is recommended for a cancer patient experiencing mild pain?

(a) Paracetamol.

(b) Codeine.

(d) Ibuprofen.

2. Why is it necessary to assess each symptom separately in patients with multiple symptoms?

A) To make the process quicker

B) To prevent diagnostic errors

C) To ensure each symptom is accurately diagnosed and managed

D) To simplify the treatment plan

3. Metastatic spinal cord compression commonly occur in patients with

(a) metastatic breast cancer.

(b) severe unremitting back pain.

(d) metastatic vertebral disease.

4. What should be included in taking a detailed history for symptom assessment?

A) Onset, severity, character, and impact on quality of life

B) Only the severity and character

C) Only medication history

D) None of the above

5. When assessing nausea and vomiting, what should be included in the history taking?

A) The amount, content, and odor of vomit

B) The patient's favorite foods

C) The patient's hydration status only

D) The patient's family medical history

6. Which anti-emetic is suitable for treating nausea caused by delayed gastric emptying?

A) Haloperidol

B) Metoclopramide

C) Cyclizine

D) Prochlorperazine

7. What is a common cause of mouth sores and dysphagia?

A) Hypercalcemia

B) Poor dental hygiene and infections

C) Pancreatitis

D) Heart disease

8. What dietary modification can help in managing nausea and vomiting?

A) High-fat diet

B) Small, frequent meals

C) High-sugar diet

D) Spicy foods

9. Which medication is recommended for treating oral candidiasis causing mouth sores?

A) Bisacodyl

B) Nystatin oral drops

C) Metoclopramide

D) Haloperidol

10. What is the recommended treatment for severe dehydration due to diarrhea?

A) Increasing solid food intake

B) IV fluids

C) Avoiding all medications

D) Reducing water intake

11. What is the initial non-pharmacological intervention for hiccups due to diaphragm irritation?

A) Use of bronchodilators

B) Pharyngeal stimulation by swallowing dry bread

C) Prescribing anti-psychotic medication

D) Immediate surgery

12. Which of the following is a common cause of fatigue in palliative care patients?

A) Overhydration

B) Increased physical activity

C) Nutritional deficiencies

D) Improved sleep hygiene

13. Which medication is commonly used to manage confusion caused by metabolic disturbances in palliative care patients?

A) Antibiotics

B) Diazepam

C) Antihypertensives

D) Insulin

14. What is a common cause of anxiety in palliative care patients?

A) Elevated mood

B) Physical comfort

C) Emotional distress

D) Increased appetite

15. Which is a non-pharmacological intervention for managing pruritus (itching) in palliative care patients?

A) Increasing sugar intake

B) Keeping nails short and rubbing the skin gently

C) Encouraging sun exposure

D) Applying alcohol-based lotions

16. Which of the following can cause hyperhidrosis in palliative care patients?

A) Liver metastases

B) Low doses of morphine

C) Cold weather

D) Overhydration

17. A nurse is caring for a patient experiencing severe fatigue due to advanced cancer. The patient reports feeling constantly tired and has difficulty performing daily activities. What should the nurse prioritize in the patient's care?

A) Increasing the patient's physical activity significantly

B) Ignoring the fatigue and focusing on other symptoms

C) Implementing energy conservation techniques

D) Reducing the patient's food intake

18. A palliative care nurse is managing a patient who has advanced heart failure and is experiencing both severe fatigue and insomnia. The patient is on multiple medications, including opioids for pain management. The patient’s family is concerned about the patient’s declining quality of life. Which approach should the nurse prioritize to address both fatigue and insomnia effectively, considering the patient's overall condition and medication regimen?

A) Increase the dose of opioids to manage pain better

B) Implement sleep hygiene practices and adjust medications contributing to fatigue

C) Encourage the patient to participate in vigorous exercise

D) Focus solely on treating the underlying heart failure

19. The best opportunity for palliative care to be provided to restore hope and see death as being positive and meaningful experience and quality of life is restored is when.,.. ....?

A. One requests for euthanasia.

B. Patient refuses treatment.

C. When patient is unable to be involved in decision making to the fullest event by his/ her capacity.

D. When sharing information and confidential matters at the end of life.

20. What is the primary purpose of breaking bad news to a patient?

A. To provide false hope

B. To avoid informing the patient about their condition

C. To reduce uncertainty and help the patient make informed decisions

D. To maintain trust

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