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1. What nursing interventions are important to prevent trauma to oral mucosa? 2031
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Teach pt the importance of performing regular but gentle mouth care. have the pt use a soft tb and rinse mouth with sodium biacarbonate or normal saline every 2-4 hours
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2. Name types of biopsies. 2022-2023
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Incisional, excisional, and needle aspiration
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3. How often should men over 50 be screened for prostate cancer? 2020
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Yearly
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4. How do chemotherapies work? 2027
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They interfere with cells replications
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5. Define: cachexia 2037
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The pt with advance cancer often experiences cachexia. A profound state of ill health and nutrition marked by weakness and emaciation
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6. What does the nurse need to monitor with clients on chemotherapy? 2030
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Protect the pt against pathogens and signs of infection and respond aggressively if infection occurs. neutropenia
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7. What should all clients be taught about identifiable problems? 2020
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Reduce or avoid exposure to suspected carcinogens and cancer promoting agents. Eat a balanced diet that includes vegetable fresh fruits onion and garlic, nuts, legumes, soy products, whole grains, and adequate fiber. Reduce amount of fat and preservatives including smoked and salt cured meats. Limit consumption of processed red meats. Exercise regularly, at least 30 min five or more days a week. Obtain adequate consistent periods of rest 6-8 hours per night. Have health exams regularly, that includes health history, physical exam, and specific diagnostic tests for common cancers. Eliminate reduce or change the perceptions of stresses and enhance the ability to effectively cope with stresses. Enjoy consistent periods of relaxation and leisure. Know the seven signs of cancer.
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8. What is autologous bone marrow? 2036
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Bone marrow may be removed from and individual for personal use (autologous indication something that has its origin with in an individual. Especially a factor present in tissue and fluids) at a later time
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9. What is TNM mean? 2022
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Tumor size. Degree of regional spread to the lymph node. metastasis
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10. Define: stomatitis 2032
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Mouth inflammation due to destruction of normal cells of the oral cavity. It may range from erythema of the oral mucosa to mild or sever ulceration
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11. What are the seven warning signs of cancer? 2017
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Spells out caution
C. changes in bowel or bladder habits A. a sore that does not heal U. unusual bleeding r discharge T. thicking or lump in breast or elsewhere I. indigestion or difficulty swelling O. obvious chance in warts and moles N. nagging cough of hoarseness |
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12. What foods reduce the risk of cancer? 2016
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Broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, all types of cabbage and kale, carrots, peaches, apricots, squash, grapefruit, oranges, cantaloupe, strawberries, red and green peppers, tomatoes.
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13. Discuss the use of antiemetics in cancer treatment. 2033-2034
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Antiemetics vary in success. THC (a chemical found in marijuana) taken in pill form produces an antiemetic effect in some patients who have not benifited from the commonly prescribed prochlorperazine (Compazine). Matoclopramide (Reglan), ondansetron (Zofran), and granisetron (Kytril) are often helpful for people receiving chemotherapy, and lorazepan (Ativan) may produce a relaxed state during which an individual is less sensitive to nausea-inducing stimuli. May receive orally, intramuscularly, rectally, intravenously, as well as via pumps in patient controlled analgesia
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14. Know types of surgery for cancer treatment
Define: Palliative therapy 2025 |
Preventative, diagnostic, curative, and palliative. Palliative therapy is relieving uncomfortable symptoms but its not actually curing the problem. The goal of surgery is to remove all malignant cells
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15. What are safety interventions for internal radiation device for staff? 2027 and 2028 box
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stand as far away as possible from the site where internal radiation device is in patients body. Limit the time needed for close contact near the irradiated site. If direct prolonged care is needed, wear a lead apron. Always wear a dosimeter
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16. What helps the client cope in a better way? 2026
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support groups
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17. In pain management what is best type of schedule for pain medication? 2037
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Avoiding the peaks and valleys of pain relief with bolus injections provides more constant pain relief. Use around the clock dosage. Fixed dosage schedule with adequate doses for pain relief provide more constant blood levels and predictable pain relief. Some patients have breakthrough pain that require additional dosages, but the fixed dosage should be maintained.
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18. What does the diagnosis: imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements related to anorexia indicate? 2034-2035
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may indicate a patient going through chemotherapy.
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19. What happens to the marking that indicate external radiation points? 2026
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use care to not remove it, don’t get it wet and if it accidently becomes wet, pat it dry
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20. How long should a staff member stay in a room with a client who has implant? 2027
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as little time as possible
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21. is lethargy and fatigue normal with radiation treatment? 2026
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yes
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22. What type of meals will nurse recommend for diagnosis of Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements 2035
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easily digestible , soft, bland diet avoid spicy foods.
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23. What is the importance of early detection? 2015
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Early detection and prompt treatment can cure some cancers and slow progression of others
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24. Know Tumor Lysis syndrome 2035
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Oncologic emergency with rapid lysis of malignant cells. It occurs spontaneously in pts with inordinately high tumor burdens. It is usefully a result of chemotherapy, or less commonly radiation therapy, it occurs anywhere from 24 hours to 7 days after antineoplastic therapy is initiative. Pt most at risk are those who have inordinately high tumor burdens or markedly elevated WBC levels.
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25. What are interventions for thrombocytopenia? 2032-2034
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help patient realize that some of the problems are the result of therapy and not a sign that the cancer is getting worse. Assist with frequent careful oral hygiene and hydration. Use a very soft toothbrush. Provide meticulous mouth care. Admin prescribed antifungal medication such as fluconazole. Give soothing oral lozenges, ice chips, and frequent sips of ice water.. avoid hot beverages. Use lip balm for dryness.
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26. What is the difference between benign tumors and malignant tumors? 2021
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benign is not recurrent or progressive. Malignant is growing worse and resisting treatment and is cancerous.
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27. Why do clients ignore warning signs? 2040 summary
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Because people fear the possible diagnosis of cancer and hope the symptoms will go away
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28. Describe malignant tumors 2021
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may progress and destroy surrounding tissues, they may also metastasize from the primary site of origin to distant sites.
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29. What does a tissue biopsy accomplish? 2022
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diagnostic testing to confirm or rule out the diagnosis of cancer
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30. What do nonopioid analgesic and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories accomplish? 2037
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Treats certain levels of cancer pain.
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31. Define: carcinogen 2016
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Substances known to increase the risk for developing cancer which includes smoking, dietary habits, uv radiation, environmental, and chemical carcinogens, smokeless tobacco, and frequent heavy consumption of alcohol.
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32. How often should women have clinical breast exam? 2019
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From ages 20 and up. bse should be done each month and by a health care professional every three years. For 50 and over, every two years
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33. Define: neoplasm 2021
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Uncontrolled or abnormal growth of cells. May be benign or malignant. Also called tumors.
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34. What foods can reduce risk of colorectal cancer in men? 2018
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Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grain foods and limit intake high fat foods.
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