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ONCC Practice Tests (OCN - Oncologic Emergencies) Questions and Answers Latest Version Already Passed
What is the most common cause of superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) in cancer patients?
a) Infection
b) Tumor compression of the superior vena cava
c) Pulmonary embolism
d) Dehydration
✔✔b) Tumor compression of the superior vena cava
What is the first-line treatment for hypercalcemia of malignancy?
a) Intravenous fluids and diuretics
b) Radiation therapy
c) Bisphosphonates or denosumab
d) Antineoplastic chemotherapy
✔✔c) Bisphosphonates or denosumab
Which of the following is a key sign of spinal cord compression (SCC) in cancer patients? 1 / 3
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a) Sudden weight loss
b) Severe headache
c) Back pain with weakness or numbness
d) Difficulty breathing
✔✔c) Back pain with weakness or numbness
What condition is characterized by rapid, life-threatening changes in electrolyte levels due to tumor lysis after chemotherapy?
a) Acute tumor lysis syndrome
b) Malignant hyperthermia
c) Anaphylactic reaction
d) Acute renal failure
✔✔a) Acute tumor lysis syndrome
Which of the following is the most common oncologic emergency seen in leukemia or lymphoma patients?
a) Spinal cord compression
b) Superior vena cava syndrome
c) Tumor lysis syndrome 2 / 3
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d) Hypercalcemia
✔✔c) Tumor lysis syndrome
What is the primary symptom of septic shock in a cancer patient?
a) Unexplained bruising
b) High fever with chills
c) Sudden onset of confusion or agitation
d) Hypotension and tachycardia despite fluid resuscitation
✔✔d) Hypotension and tachycardia despite fluid resuscitation
What is the most common site of metastasis in brain tumors causing increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
a) Liver
b) Lungs
c) Bone
d) Brain
✔✔b) Lungs
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