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benign tumor
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A tumor that does not spread to other body parts; it can grow to a large size
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cancer -or- malignant tumor
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A tumor that invades and destroys nearby tissue and can spread to other body parts.
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metastasis
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The spread of cancer to other body parts
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stomatitis
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Inflammation of the mouth.
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Tumor
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A new growth of abnormal cells; tumors are benign or malignant
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AIDS
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Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
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HIV
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Human immunodeficiency virus
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Difference between benign tumors and cancer
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Cells reproduce for tissue growth & repair. Cells divide in an orderly way. Sometimes cell division and growth are out of control. A mass or clump of cells develops this new growth of abnormal cells is called a tumor. benign tumors don't spread to other body parts and rarely threaten life and almost never grow back after removal. cancer invades and destroys nearby tissue and may be life threatening and some grow back after removal.
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Cancer risk factors
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Risk factors:
-aging, most cancers occur in persons over 65 -tobacco use -sunlight,tanning beds, sunlamps -Ionizing radiation -certain chemicals -some viruses and bacteria -certain hormones -family history -alcohol -Poor diet, lack of physical activity and being over weight |
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Cancer Signs & Symptoms
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-thickening or lump in breast or any other body part
-new mole or an obvious change in an existing mole -A sore that doesn't heal -Hoarseness or cough that doesn't go away -Changes in bowel/bladder habits -Discomfort after eating -A hard time swallowing -Weight gain or loss with no known reason -Unusual bleeding or discharge feeling weak or very tired |
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Common Cancer Treatments
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*Surgery-surgeon removes the tumors.
*Radiation Therapy-kills the cancer cells using an xray beam *Chemotherapy-involves drugs that kill cells *Hormone Therapy-prevents cancer cells from getting or using homones needed for their growth *Biological Therapy-helps the immune system fight the cancer and protects the body from the side effects of cancer treatments * |
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Cancer Person's Needs
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Pain relief or control, rest, exercise, fluids, nutrition, prevent skin break down, prevent bowel problems (constipation,diarrhea), dealing with treatment side effects, psychological and social needs, spiritual needs, sexual needs. Anger, fear and depression are common. support, talk to them, don't avoid them. Listen and use touch to show that you care. support person and family.
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How Immune System Disorders occur
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the immune system protects the body from microbes, cancer cells, and other harmful substances. It defends against threats inside and outside the body. Immune System Disorders occur from problems with the immune response.
The response may be inappropriate, too strong, or lacking. The immune system can attack the body's own normal cells, tissues, and organs. |
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Common Immune System Disorders
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*Graves Disease-
most commonform of hyperthyroidism. Lupus- an inflammatory disease affecting the blood cells, joints, skin, kidneys, lungs, heart and brain. *Multiple Sclerosis *Rheumatoid Arthritis * Type 1 Diabetes |
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Explain how HIV is spread
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The virus is transmitted mainly by: unprotected sex with an infected person, needle and syringe sharing among iv drug users, HIV infected mothers before or during child birth, and hiv infected mothers through breast feeding
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Signs & Symptoms of AIDS
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appetite loss, cough, depression, diarrhea over a week, lack of energy, fever, headache, memory loss, confusion, and forgetfulness, mouth or tongue has spots or blotches maybe has sores or white patches, night sweats, pneumonia, short of breath, etc
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Caring for person with aids
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practice standard precautions, follow bloodborne pathogen standard, provide daily hygiene,
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Shingles: Causes, Signs & Symptoms and treatment of
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Cause: by the same virus that causes chicken pox.lies dormant in nerve tissue until ready to become active.
Signs & Symptoms: a rash or blisters occur on the skin, burning or tingling pain, numbness, or itching. occurs on one side of the body or face-after a few days or a week-a rash with fluid-filled blisters appears. pain is mild to intense. Most common in people over 50. Treatment: doctor orders anti-viral meds and pain meds. 3-5 weeks to heal for healthy person. Vaccine is now available. |
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Quality of Life
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Any illness changes and affects the family. Especially with cancer. The person with cancer may have health problems for a long time. They require hospital stays and medical & clinical appts. The same with AIDSand some immune system disorders. Nursing center care may be needed short or long term. The person and family have many reactions-fear, anger, worry, guilt. Good communications skills are important sometimes all you have to do is listen.
Remember to protect the persons rights. Privacy, confidentiality and personal choice are VERY IMPORTANT. also meet the person's basic needs to best of your ability. |
