Cancer Flashcards
Cancer
Cancer is an abnormal growth of cells
Metastasis
When the cancer cells travels from the original location to a new place
What acronym is used to describe the warning sign of cancer
C.A.U.T.I.O.N
What do the letters stand for in caution
C-change in bowel or bladder A-any sore that does not heal U-unusual bleeding or discharge T-thickening in the breast I-indigestion O-obvious change in wart N-nagging cough or hoarseness
What are the two ways to describe a tumor
By grading or staging
What is Grading
Grading describes a Tumor by the cells
What is staging
Staging describe the progression of a tumor by the clinical symptoms
What are the three types of radiation treatment
External Unsealed
Internal sealed
Internal
What is the most dangerous type of radiation
Sealed internal radiation
Because a solid radiation implant is placed inside the tumor
What precautions must be taken for a client receiving radiation treatment
- ) private room/bathroom
- ) place sign at door and bedside
- )rotate nursing staff who provide care
- ) limit visitors
What additional precautions must be taken for clients receiving sealed internal radiation
All body fluids are radioactive so use hazardous cleanup, glove/gown
What should you do if a clients sealed internal implant falls out
Pick it up with a long handle forceps and place it in a lead container
Chemotherapy works by destroying the
Cell walls
What are the 5 side effects of chemotherapy
- Anorexia
- Alopecia-hair loss
- Nausea
- Sterility-
- Decrease bone marrow and platelets
Why is metoclopramide (reglan) given
To reduce nausea