Chapter 28: Cancer Flashcards
(34 cards)
Cancer is the __ leading cause of death in persons aged 65 or older.
second
Most dramatic incidence/prevalence of cancer increases in ___ ___.
increases in older age
3 roles of the Gero nurse:
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
The nurse should encourage ___, such as breast exams, etc for prevention.
screening
Cancer can cause an increased risk of __, __, and __.
complications, disability, and death.
Two major theories of the incidence of cancer in older adults:
Biological age-related changes that impair the ability to resist diseases
Prolonged exposure to carcinogens over the years
What is the biggest risk factor for cancer?
smoking
Many cancers can be prevented by healthy lifestyle practices that minimize risks such as:
- Avoid the use of & exposure to tobacco products
- Limit alcohol consumption
- Limit exposure to the sun
- Eat a diet rich in fiber, fruits, & vegetables
- Maintain weight within an ideal range
- Protect against exposure to known carcinogens
If your family has a history of cancer, you should discuss ___ with your doctor.
chemoprevention
The use of drugs or other agents to inhibit the development or progression of malignant changes in cells.
Chemoprevention
Early detection of cancer can improve ___.
prognosis
Plan of treatment depends on the __ __ __.
type of cancer
4 types of treatment for cancer:
Surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, & biologic therapy.
Those with choleric diseases, chemotherapy can cause permanent damage to ____
organs
What is CAM:
Complementary and alternative medicine
What are some examples of CAM:
Special diets, psychotherapy, spiritual practices, vitamin supplements, & herbal remedies
You don’t want to just treat the disease, but also you want to ___
care for the whole person
CAM practitioners offer what 5 things:
Relationship-centered care Support Healing partnerships Comfort Hope
When providing patient education to an older adult with cancer you should focus on what 3 points?
- increase awareness of measures that can prevent cancer
- understanding of warning signs of cancer
- self-examination instruction
C in caution:
Change in bowel or bladder habits
A in caution:
A sore that does not heal
U in caution:
Unusual bleeding or drainage
T in caution:
Thickening or lump in the breast or elsewhere
I in caution:
Indigestion or swallowing difficulty
