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What is the primary difference between CCS drugs and CSNS drugs?
What is the primary difference between CCS drugs and CSNS drugs?
What is the primary function of Tamoxifen?
What is the primary function of Tamoxifen?
What is the significance of the primary lesion in cancer?
What is the significance of the primary lesion in cancer?
What effects are associated with Myelosuppression/Bone marrow suppression?
What effects are associated with Myelosuppression/Bone marrow suppression?
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What does metastasis refer to in cancer terminology?
What does metastasis refer to in cancer terminology?
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What does 'alopecia' mean in relation to chemotherapy?
What does 'alopecia' mean in relation to chemotherapy?
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What is the purpose of patient education for chemotherapy?
What is the purpose of patient education for chemotherapy?
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What is the significance of methotrexate in cancer treatment?
What is the significance of methotrexate in cancer treatment?
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What does 'neoplasm' refer to in medical terms?
What does 'neoplasm' refer to in medical terms?
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What is the meaning of nadir in the context of cancer treatment?
What is the meaning of nadir in the context of cancer treatment?
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What does 'extravasation' signify in chemotherapy treatment?
What does 'extravasation' signify in chemotherapy treatment?
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What is emetic potential in the context of chemotherapy drugs?
What is emetic potential in the context of chemotherapy drugs?
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What are the primary locations affected by dose limiting adverse effects?
What are the primary locations affected by dose limiting adverse effects?
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What is the purpose of targeted drug therapy in cancer treatment?
What is the purpose of targeted drug therapy in cancer treatment?
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What can happen if chemotherapy drugs leak into surrounding tissues?
What can happen if chemotherapy drugs leak into surrounding tissues?
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When should anti-nausea medications be given to patients undergoing chemotherapy?
When should anti-nausea medications be given to patients undergoing chemotherapy?
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What kind of adverse effects define dose-limiting adverse effects?
What kind of adverse effects define dose-limiting adverse effects?
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Which is the best known side effect can occur during chemotherapy treatment?
Which is the best known side effect can occur during chemotherapy treatment?
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What is the primary role of a nurse during chemotherapy?
What is the primary role of a nurse during chemotherapy?
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In what part of the body are blood cells primarily made?
In what part of the body are blood cells primarily made?
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What changes can a dietician help with for patients who cannot eat during treatment?
What changes can a dietician help with for patients who cannot eat during treatment?
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Which term is used to describe a cancerous tumor?
Which term is used to describe a cancerous tumor?
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The symptoms of this are uncontrolled weight loss, poor quality of life, anorexia, muscle wasting
The symptoms of this are uncontrolled weight loss, poor quality of life, anorexia, muscle wasting
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______ is the Pharmacologic treatment of cancer.
______ is the Pharmacologic treatment of cancer.
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Myelosuppression / Bone marrow suppression / Bone marrow depression- blood cells are made in the bone marrow.
Myelosuppression / Bone marrow suppression / Bone marrow depression- blood cells are made in the bone marrow.
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What to expect with chemo is, vomiting, liver, kidney, lung toxicities can occur, convulsions, extravasation, increased energy, and excessive hunger
What to expect with chemo is, vomiting, liver, kidney, lung toxicities can occur, convulsions, extravasation, increased energy, and excessive hunger
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Study Notes
Types of Chemotherapy
- CCS drugs target and kill cells during a specific cycle
- CSNS drugs kill all cells
Chemotherapy Treatment
- Chemotherapy is the pharmacologic treatment of cancer
- Patient education includes contraindications (pregnancy, prepubescent, older adults) and potential side effects (type 1 diabetes)
Chemotherapy Side Effects
- Alopecia (hair loss)
- Vomiting
- Liver, kidney, lung toxicities
- Convulsions
- Extravasation (leaking of chemotherapy drugs into surrounding tissues)
- Cachexia
- Myelosuppression / Bone marrow suppression / Bone marrow depression (blood cells are made in the bone marrow)
Drug Information
- Methotrexate is used to treat RA and psoriasis
- Targeted drug therapy targets cells specific to division status
Nursing Care
- Provide comfort, support, and safety during chemotherapy
- Anticipate and treat nausea with medications 30-60 minutes prior to chemo
- Dietary assistance for patients with difficulty eating
Cancer Terminology
- Primary lesion: original site of growth, where the cancer starts
- Metastasis: cancer that has moved from the primary location to a secondary location
- Neoplasm: mass of new cells; tumor
- Tumor: benign or malignant (cancer)
- Nadir: the lowest point a patient will feel after treatment
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Test your knowledge on chemotherapy drugs, their mechanism of action, and common side effects. Learn about the different types of drugs used in cancer treatment and potential complications. Understand the importance of patient education when undergoing chemotherapy.
