OCN Domain 6: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care Welcome to your OCN Domain 6: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care 1. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care A cancer patient exhibits signs of withdrawal, irritability, and loss of interest in previously enjoyable activities. What psychosocial issue is this patient most likely experiencing? Depression Anxiety Mania Dissociation None 2. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care An oncology nurse notices that a cancer patient's family is struggling with the stress of caregiving. What would be the most appropriate first step to help the family cope? Suggesting a family counseling session Encouraging the family to seek a separate living arrangement Advising the family to reduce contact with the patient Recommending they focus solely on medical decisions None 3. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care A patient undergoing cancer treatment expresses feelings of guilt about the burden they feel they are placing on their family. What approach should an oncology nurse take to address these feelings? Validate the patient's feelings and offer supportive resources Advise the patient to focus on their own recovery Encourage the patient to discuss these feelings with the family Suggest the patient avoid contact with family to reduce stress None 4. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care An oncology patient who has recently undergone surgery reports a lack of interest in social interactions and neglects self-care. What intervention might be most helpful in addressing these symptoms? Referral to a psychologist specializing in oncology Recommendation for increased pain medication Suggestion to engage in light physical activity Referral to a dietitian for nutritional support None 5. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care A patient undergoing chemotherapy expresses fear and anxiety about the side effects of treatment. What is the best course of action for an oncology nurse? Provide information and reassurance about the treatment process Encourage the patient to ignore the negative thoughts Suggest that the patient seek a second opinion Advise the patient to focus on positive outcomes only None 6. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care An oncology nurse notices that a patient undergoing treatment seems withdrawn and uninterested in engaging with the nursing staff. What might be the underlying cause of this behavior? Emotional distress due to cancer diagnosis and treatment An attempt to maintain a low profile A preference for interacting only with family members A dislike for the nursing staff None 7. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care A cancer patient undergoing chemotherapy reports feelings of intense loneliness and isolation. What is the best approach for an oncology nurse to address these feelings? Recommend joining a cancer support group Suggest focusing on personal hobbies and interests Advise spending more time with family and friends Encourage engaging in mindfulness exercises None 8. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care An oncology patient is struggling with the financial burden of cancer treatment and expresses worry about medical costs. What is the best action for the oncology nurse to take? Refer the patient to a social worker or financial counselor Recommend looking for financial aid from family Suggest reducing the frequency of treatments Advise ignoring the financial issues and focusing on recovery None 9. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care A patient recently diagnosed with cancer exhibits severe anxiety and struggles to cope with the diagnosis. What approach should an oncology nurse take to address this situation? Provide resources for psychological support, such as counseling or therapy Suggest distracting activities to reduce anxiety Recommend the patient keep the diagnosis confidential Advise focusing on physical recovery rather than mental health None 10. OCN: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care An oncology patient undergoing radiation therapy exhibits signs of emotional numbness and a sense of detachment from their surroundings. What is this condition most likely indicative of? Dissociation Mania Paranoia Narcissism None 1 out of 10 Time is Up! Time's up
