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What is the role of oncology nurses in cancer management?

They assess patients' physical and emotional status and manage complications

What is the first step in delivering bad news to patients?

Invite the patient to a private place and introduce yourself

What is the main focus of oncology nursing?

Multi-disciplinary cancer management

What is the role of oncology nurses in cancer management?

<p>They assess patients' physical and emotional status and manage complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of oncology nurses in cancer management?

<p>Providing pain management</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of oncology nurses in cancer management?

<p>They assess patients' physical and emotional status and manage complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some major problems encountered in cancer care?

<p>Infection, bleeding, and skin problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the major problems encountered in cancer care?

<p>Skin problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should oncology nurses educate patients and families about?

<p>Disease, prevention, screening, early diagnosis, and treatment options</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which approach can be used for pain management in cancer patients?

<p>A combination of psychological approaches, modification of pathological process, drugs, and interruption of pain pathways</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do oncology nurses assess in patients receiving cancer treatment?

<p>Physical and emotional status, past and family history, and relevant laboratory/pathology/imaging studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should nurses educate patients and families about?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can help prevent cancer by improving the immune system?

<p>A healthy diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to assess how much the patient knows and wants to know?

<p>Ask the patient how much they know and want to know</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a major problem encountered in cancer care?

<p>Headaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a major problem encountered in cancer care?

<p>Heart disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of analgesics used for cancer pain management?

<p>Non-opioids, opioids, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and corticosteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is a healthy diet important in cancer prevention?

<p>It helps improve the immune system and reduce free radical formation and damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of oncology nurses in communication with patients?

<p>They serve as the patient's first line of communication and should encourage open communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is a healthy diet important in cancer prevention?

<p>It can improve the immune system and reduce free radical formation and damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of oncology nurses in managing chemotherapy complications?

<p>Assessing and managing complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can a healthy diet help prevent cancer?

<p>By reducing free radical formation and damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can help prevent cancer by improving the immune system and reducing free radical formation and damage?

<p>A healthy diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of oncology nurses in communication with patients?

<p>They should be the patient's first line of communication and encourage open communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can help patients regain lost strength during cancer rehabilitation?

<p>Exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of exercise in cancer rehabilitation?

<p>It can help regain lost strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can help prevent cancer in terms of hygiene practices?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is important when breaking bad news to patients and relatives?

<p>Having a rough plan for communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of drugs can be used for cancer pain management?

<p>Antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and opioids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following foods contain cancer-fighting properties?

<p>Oranges</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is important when breaking bad news to patients and relatives?

<p>Balancing the information given and avoiding overwhelming the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the WHO Three step Ladder of cancer pain management?

<p>Sequential use of non-opioids, weak opioids, and strong opioids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is exercise important in cancer rehabilitation?

<p>It can help regain lost strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can help patients regain lost strength during cancer rehabilitation?

<p>Exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of exercises are effective in strengthening muscles and joints?

<p>Dynamic resistive and isometric exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one fruit that contains cancer-fighting properties?

<p>Oranges</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some effective exercises for strengthening muscles and joints?

<p>Dynamic resistive and isometric exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can help prevent cancer in terms of hygiene practices?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of exercises are effective in strengthening muscles and joints?

<p>Dynamic resistive and isometric exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when prescribing adjuvant drugs for cancer pain management?

<p>Prescribe them for side effects associated with opioids</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is important when breaking bad news to patients and relatives?

<p>Having necessary resources like tissues and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of good communication skills when breaking bad news to patients and relatives?

<p>It helps the patient and relatives understand the situation better</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of exercises are effective in strengthening muscles and joints during cancer rehabilitation?

<p>Dynamic resistive and isometric exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can help prevent cancer by inhibiting cancer cell growth?

<p>A healthy diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a "warning shot" when delivering bad news to patients?

<p>To prepare the patient for bad news</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are interventional strategies for cancer pain management?

<p>Regional infusion pumps and neuroablative procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important thing to consider when communicating with a patient?

<p>Ensuring privacy and minimal interruptions during communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one important thing for oncology nurses to do in regards to communication?

<p>Encourage open communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should health professionals do when deciding who will break bad news to patients and relatives?

<p>Decide who will break the bad news and who should be present during the interview</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure the patient is comfortable when delivering bad news?

<p>Ensure the patient is comfortable and not distracted</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should health professionals do when deciding who will break bad news to patients and relatives?

<p>Decide who will break the bad news and who should be present during the interview</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to break bad news to patients and relatives?

<p>With good communication skills and sensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when summarizing the conversation about bad news with a patient?

<p>Offer a record of consultation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should health professionals avoid when imparting information to patients?

<p>Overwhelming patients with too much information</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use the patient's words when recapping the story in cancer pain management?

<p>To avoid misunderstandings and confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should health professionals do when breaking bad news to patients and relatives?

<p>Decide who will break the bad news and who should be present during the interview</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one thing health professionals should do when breaking bad news to patients?

<p>Decide who will break the bad news</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should health professionals avoid when imparting information to patients?

<p>Overwhelming patients with too much information</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of oncology nurses in cancer care?

<p>Assessing patients' physical and emotional status and managing complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when responding to a patient's emotional response to bad news?

<p>Work through their emotional response</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one thing nurses should do when educating patients and families about cancer?

<p>Educate patients and families about prevention and treatment options</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should health professionals do to understand the patient's language?

<p>Arrange for an interpreter if needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should health professionals do before inviting the patient to a private place for communication?

<p>Acquire all relevant information about the patient and their family</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should nurses do when imparting information to patients?

<p>Ensure privacy and minimal interruptions during communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which fruits contain cancer-fighting properties?

<p>Oranges, lemons, papayas, grapefruits, and figs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of understanding the patient's language when communicating with them?

<p>It can help avoid misunderstandings</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should nurses do before communicating with a patient?

<p>Have a rough plan for communication and avoid imposing it on the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should health professionals do if the patient does not speak the same language?

<p>Understand the patient's language and arrange for an interpreter if needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should health professionals avoid when communicating with patients?

<p>Imposing a rough plan for communication on the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vegetables have anticancer properties?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

  1. Oncology nursing involves a multi-disciplinary approach to cancer management.
  2. Nurses must have knowledge about pain management and provide adequate information about drugs and their side effects.
  3. Oncology nurses assess patients' physical and emotional status, past and family history, and relevant laboratory/pathology/imaging studies.
  4. Nurses play an important role in assessing and managing complications experienced by patients receiving chemotherapy.
  5. The role of oncology nurses is increasing with the rapid development of treatment options available.
  6. Major problems encountered in cancer care include infection, bleeding, and skin problems.
  7. A healthy diet can help prevent cancer by improving the immune system and reducing free radical formation and damage.
  8. Nurses must educate patients and families about the disease, prevention, screening, early diagnosis, and treatment options.
  9. Oncology nurses serve as the patient's first line of communication and should encourage open communication.
  10. Oncology nurses provide effective cancer care and are an integral component of the cancer care team.
  11. Certain foods can help stave off cancer and inhibit cancer cell growth.
  12. Fruits like oranges, lemons, papayas, grapefruits, and figs contain cancer-fighting properties.
  13. Vegetables like sweet potatoes, seaweed, tomatoes, carrots, cruciferous vegetables, and mushrooms have anticancer properties.
  14. Hygiene practices like genital cleanliness, personal hygiene, and food hygiene can help prevent cancer.
  15. Exercise is important for cancer rehabilitation and can help regain lost strength.
  16. Dynamic resistive and isometric exercises are effective in strengthening muscles and joints.
  17. Sports and recreational activities can keep the body fit and improve spirits.
  18. Breaking bad news to patients and relatives requires good communication skills and sensitivity.
  19. Health professionals should decide who will break the bad news and who should be present during the interview.
  20. Patients and relatives need time to absorb information and adapt to bad news.
  • When imparting information to patients, balance is important.
  • Avoid overwhelming patients with too much information.
  • Ensure privacy and minimal interruptions during communication.
  • Prepare emotionally and have necessary resources (tissues, water, etc.).
  • Have a rough plan for communication but avoid imposing it on the patient.
  • Acquire all relevant information about the patient and their family.
  • Read the patient's notes for diagnostic information and support system.
  • Understand the patient's language and arrange for an interpreter if needed.
  • Invite the patient to a private place and introduce yourself clearly.
  • Avoid making basic mistakes about the patient's life.

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