Cancer Consequences and Treatment

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What is a common non-specific effect of cancer?

Fatigue (correct)

Hearing loss

Vision impairment

Loss of hair

What is the term for unintentional weight loss of more than 5% of body weight?

Anorexia

Cancer cachexia (correct)

Unintentional weight loss syndrome

Metabolic changes

What is a result of acute metabolic stress due to surgery?

Reduced muscle synthesis

Insulin resistance

Malnutrition (correct)

Increased protein turnover

What is an advantage of radiation therapy?

Shrinks tumors while preserving organ structure and function Signup and view all the answers

What is a common effect of chemotherapy on the body?

Damage to tumor and healthy cells Signup and view all the answers

What is a common psychological effect of cancer on patients?

Mental stress Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk of radiation therapy?

Damaging healthy tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of immunotherapy in cancer treatment?

To enable the person's own immune system to fight their cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of antiemetic drugs in cancer treatment?

To prevent nausea and vomiting Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy?

Nutrition-related side effects Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of medications to combat anorexia and wasting in cancer treatment?

To stimulate appetite and weight gain Signup and view all the answers

How soon after exposure can HIV antibodies be detected via blood tests?

Weeks Signup and view all the answers

What is the best course of action against HIV/AIDS?

Prevention Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of laboratory tests for individuals taking antiretroviral drugs?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

How often must laboratory tests be conducted for individuals taking antiretroviral drugs?

Every 3 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time period within which post-exposure treatment must be started to be successful?

72 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential benefit of taking antiretroviral drugs for high-risk individuals?

Reducing the risk of HIV infection by two-thirds Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary objective of nutrition therapy for cancer?

Minimize loss of weight and muscle tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical protein requirement for cancer patients?

11.5g/kg/day Signup and view all the answers

Why may patients with suppressed immunity require a low-microbial diet?

To reduce the risk of foodborne illness Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred method of nutrition support for cancer patients?

Enteral nutrition Signup and view all the answers

How is HIV typically transmitted?

Through contact with contaminated bodily fluids Signup and view all the answers

What is the current status of a cure for AIDS?

There is no cure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary target of HIV infection?

Cells with CD4 protein Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the advanced stages of HIV infection?

AIDS Signup and view all the answers

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