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In a three-generation pedigree, what symbol represents the proband and what does an arrow pointing to a shaded square indicate?
Show answer →The proband is the individual being evaluated or the first affected family member seeking medical attention. A shaded square represents an affected male; an arrow points to the proband. Exam Tip: ONCC emphasizes the ability to interpret pedigree symbols. Remember: Squares = males, circles = females, diamonds = gender unspecified, and a diagonal line through a symbol = deceased. Vertical lines connect parents to children, and horizontal lines denote a mating relationship.
When assessing for chemo brain, which cognitive domains are most frequently reported as impaired by patients undergoing active systemic therapy?
Show answer →The most common domains affected include: 1. Executive Function (multitasking, planning), 2. Working Memory (recalling names/dates), 3. Processing Speed (taking longer to complete tasks), and 4. Sustained Attention. Exam Tip: If a question asks about long-term memory loss or aphasia, these are less common in CRCI and may suggest other neurological issues or brain metastases.
You are assessing an older adult with mild cognitive impairment and limited English proficiency. Which pain intensity tool is generally preferred for its cross-cultural reliability and ease of use in this population?
Show answer →The Faces Pain Scale-Revised (FPS-R). Unlike the Wong-Baker Faces (which includes tears/smiling), the FPS-R uses neutral-to-grimacing expressions, making it more accurate for intensity without confounding with mood. It is often preferred over the NRS for patients with communication barriers or mild cognitive deficits who cannot abstractly assign a number to their pain.
On the DT Problem List, a patient checks Loss of faith and Meaning of life. The DT score is 4. Which member of the interdisciplinary team is the most appropriate primary referral, and why?
Show answer →The professional chaplain or spiritual care provider. While social workers address many psychosocial needs, specific existential or religious concerns (loss of faith, meaning) fall under the expertise of spiritual care. Exam Strategy: Distinguish between Emotional (depression/anxiety) and Spiritual (meaning/faith). OCN questions test your ability to select the *most* specific resource for the identified problem. Social work is a common distractor for spiritual issues.
When performing post-mortem care, the nurse notes the patient's jaw and neck have become stiff and difficult to move. What is the physiological timing of this finding, and how does it affect care?
Show answer →This is Rigor Mortis, the stiffening of muscles due to ATP depletion. It typically begins 2 to 4 hours after death, starting in the small muscles of the face/jaw and progressing downward. Nursing Application: Close the eyes and position the body (head of bed flat, limbs straight, dentures in) as soon as possible after death before rigor sets in. Once rigor is established, the body cannot be repositioned without damaging tissue. Difficulty: Hard
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