Mammography

Breast cancer is one of the most commonly occurring cancers around the world. In Australia one in eight women develop cancer and one in thirty-seven dies from it (AIHW.2012) and it is the second largest cause of cancer death in Australia after Lung Cancer, (Cancer Council Australia. 2016). Breast cancer is caused by an abnormal multiplication of cells in the breast tissues that form an invasive tumour. These can damage the tissues around them and spread to other parts of the body through…

Even with all the advancement in medical technology, human beings are still battling to find the cure for some diseases such as cancer. Cancer refers to the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the human body. They lead to the growth of tumors which then infiltrate other neighboring tissues and organs. The cancerous cells are dangerous because of the manner in which they lead to the attacking of other tissues in the body. There are different types of cancer affecting the human body. All…

Pocahontas Memorial Expansion Pocahontas County Healthcare Background Pocahontas County is lacking a complete healthcare system. This county has one hospital facility which includes 25 critical access beds. This facility also houses the community clinic for laboratory tests, and x-ray services. Because of the rural status and the lack of a continuum of care for the community, Pocahontas Memorial Hospital is considering creating a comprehensive satellite health clinic. This clinic would be…

There are four types of external-beam radiation therapy: Three-dimensional conformal radiation therapy (3D-CRT), Intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), Proton beam therapy, and Stereotactic radiation therapy. 3D-CRT has special computers creating detailed 3D pictures of the cancer allowing the treatment team to target the beam more accurately. With this method, they are able to use higher doses of radiation while having reduced risk of healthy tissue damage. IMRT uses a Varian Clinac iX-S…

2.3 Function of Tumour Marker Tumour marker are was the product of cancer. Thus, tumour marker can help to use as assessment for cancer case. Generally, the outcome of tumour marker test is unreliable as the non-cancerous condition may affect the positive results. Prostate Specific Antigen can be used to evaluate prostate cancer. Tumour marker may help to identify and recognise certain specific cancer. The test should be done in a combination of another test, an example is biopsy test. In…

radiation in high doses, physical inactivity, smoking and genetic mutations. It is crucial for nurses to educate women about early detection of the tumor such as monthly breast self-examination (BSE); breasts cancer examination (BCE) annually and mammography. By doing so, they can choose and appropriate treatment that would help eradicate the disease in the early stage. In addition, nurse should assess the public knowledge so that they can have strategies that reach all socio-cultural…

October is nationally highlighted as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There are walks, brunches, fundraisers and a host of other events that take place throughout the month of October in efforts to bring awareness to the fight against breast cancer. Kaweah Delta Breast Center joins in the efforts each year with their Annual Pink Tea Party honoring those who have been affected by breast cancer. It’s a time when support is also given to those who have survived the disease. According to the Center…

Scan is used in the medical field today. Understanding Medical Imaging Medical Imaging has several different technologies that are used to view the human body. There are different types of Medical Imaging such as MRI, X-ray, CT, ultrasound, mammography, molecular imaging, and Pet Scan. Every medical imaging has a different image when using on the human body. The MRI uses a powerful magnetic field and radio waves to get detailed pictures of the internal body structures. MRI’s are good for…

According to The Vark learning styles questionnaire the two learning styles that I learn best with best are aural and kinesthetic. Aural means I learn best when hearing the information spoken and by asking questions about the concept I am learning. The other way I learn best is being kinesthetic which means I use my five senses and hands on experiences to help me learn. The Aural side of me likes to remember stories, examples, and jokes, to be to relate them to the concept I am learning. I…

Mammography is an important screening that major medical organizations recommend for women every year beginning at the age of 40. It breast imaging that uses X-ray to detect the presence of tumor in the breast tissue. It is easy to treat breast cancer if it is detected early than late. Mammography is usually covered by insurance companies. Affordable Care Act required that every woman who buys private…