Developing Exercise Prescription for Cancer Patients
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Which of the following is a consideration when developing exercise prescription for cancer patients?

  • Patient's blood count values
  • Patient's travel and cost barriers
  • Patient's prior fitness level
  • Patient's age and comorbidities (correct)

    • What is the normal range for platelets in the blood?

  • 200,000-400,000 mm3 (correct)
  • 38-47%
  • 12-16.9 g/dL
  • 4,000-10,000 mm3

    • Which of the following is a potential toxicity associated with cancer treatments?

  • Decreased bone density
  • CV events and risks
  • Musculoskeletal morbidities
  • Increased risk for fractures (correct)

    • What is the recommended exercise intensity for a patient with a hemoglobin level of 8-10 g/dL?

    <p>Light exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)?

    <p>Increased blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the second most common acute side effect of cancer intervention?

    <p>Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential risk factor for developing radiation fibrosis?

    <p>Chemotherapy used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of radiation induced tissue fibrosis?

    <p>Loss of elasticity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common treatment approach for head and neck cancer?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

    <p>Pulmonary fibrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

    <p>Loss of elasticity in tendons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is trismus?

    <p>Limited ability to open the mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key symptom of Axillary Web Syndrome?

    <p>Tightness in the skin around the affected areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common form of secondary lymphedema in the US?

    <p>Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique is NOT used for quantitative limb volume assessment?

    <p>Bioelectrical Impedance Spectroscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended intensity for aerobic training for cancer survivors according to the Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors?

    <p>Moderate intensity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential symptom of Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)?

    <p>Increased vibratory sense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common acute side effect of cancer intervention?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a potential risk factor for developing radiation fibrosis?

    <p>Type of chemotherapy used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

    <p>Scapular Dyskinesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for platelets in the blood?

    <p>150-400 x10^9/L</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended exercise intensity for a patient with a hemoglobin level of 8-10 g/dL?

    <p>Low intensity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a consideration when developing exercise prescription for cancer patients?

    <p>Blood count values alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a special consideration for exercise prescription in cancer patients?

    <p>Avoiding aquatic therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a general hematological guideline for exercise prescription in cancer patients?

    <p>No exercise if platelets are less than 5000/mm3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential toxicity associated with cancer treatments?

    <p>Decreased bone density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a caution in determining activity level for cancer patients?

    <p>Fever or active infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

    <p>Increased risk for fractures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

    <p>Decreased bone density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing Axillary Web Syndrome?

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

    What is the average duration of Axillary Web Syndrome?

    <p>12 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential symptom of Lymphedema?

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

    Which technique is NOT used for quantitative limb volume assessment?

    <p>Water displacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration of moderate intensity aerobic training for cancer survivors according to the Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors?

    <p>30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) for lymphedema?

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

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

    <p>Muscle and joint pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is trismus?

    <p>Limited ability to open the mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation induced tissue fibrosis?

    <p>Loss of elasticity in tendons and ligaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key symptom of Axillary Web Syndrome?

    <p>Quick exacerbation of lymphedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended exercise intensity for a patient with a hemoglobin level of 8-10 g/dL?

    <p>Low intensity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential toxicity associated with cancer treatments?

    <p>Peripheral neuropathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing radiation fibrosis?

    <p>Already having lymphedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

    <p>Orthopedic considerations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consideration when developing exercise prescription for cancer patients?

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

    Which of the following is a potential long-term consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Decreased white blood cell count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Radiation fibrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Cancer Related Fatigue (CRF)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential long-term consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Decreased white blood cell count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Axillary Web Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Radiation Therapy and Skin Impairment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Decreased white blood cell count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing lymphedema after breast cancer treatment?

    <p>Scar adhesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Increased risk of developing metastatic disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of breast cancer?

    <p>Paget’s disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of mastectomy?

    <p>Increased risk of developing lymphedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing breast cancer?

    <p>Having a family history of breast cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of axillary lymph node removal?

    <p>Increased risk of developing lymphedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common treatment for breast cancer?

    <p>Physical therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of prophylactic mastectomy?

    <p>Increased risk of developing lymphedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of breast cancer treatment?

    <p>Increased risk of developing late complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing metastatic breast cancer?

    <p>Not having any children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of breast cancer surgery?

    <p>Reduced risk of developing late complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of chemotherapy?

    <p>Nausea and vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the rectus abdominis muscle in trunk flexion?

    <p>Responsible for the first 30 degrees of trunk flexion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most obvious deficit after TRAM (Transverse Rectus Abdominis Muscle) reconstruction?

    <p>Inability to complete a rotational full sit up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of targeted and hormone therapies for breast cancer?

    <p>Loss of muscle tone/strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of chemotherapy?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of anthracycline chemotherapy drugs?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of taxane chemotherapy drugs?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of aromatase inhibitors?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a potential risk factor for developing axillary web syndrome?

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

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing lymphedema after breast cancer treatment?

    <p>Having a history of axillary cording</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average duration of Axillary Web Syndrome?

    <p>8 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended intensity for aerobic training for cancer survivors according to the Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors?

    <p>Moderate intensity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique is NOT used for quantitative limb volume assessment?

    <p>Bioelectrical Impedance Spectroscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common form of secondary lymphedema in the US?

    <p>Breast cancer related lymphedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key consideration when developing exercise prescription for cancer patients?

    <p>Age and other comorbidities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended exercise intensity for a patient with a hemoglobin level of 8-10 g/dL?

    <p>Light exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for platelets in the blood?

    <p>200,000 – 400,000 mm3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing lymphedema after breast cancer treatment?

    <p>Bone metastases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of radiation induced tissue fibrosis?

    <p>Musculoskeletal morbidities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of chemotherapy?

    <p>Chemo induced peripheral neuropathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Musculoskeletal implications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of TRAM reconstruction?

    <p>Inability to complete rotational curl-up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of targeted and hormone therapies for breast cancer?

    <p>Loss of tensile strength in ligaments/tendons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of axillary lymph node removal?

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

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing breast cancer?

    <p>Having a family history of breast cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of breast cancer?

    <p>Invasive breast cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended exercise intensity for a patient with a hemoglobin level of 8-10 g/dL?

    <p>Low intensity exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Tissue fibrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of hormone therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Increased risk of developing ovarian cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

    <p>Muscle and joint pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

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

    What is trismus?

    <p>Tonic contraction of muscles of mastication resulting in limited ability to open the mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of mastectomy?

    <p>CS and shoulder dysfunction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential side effect of aromatase inhibitors?

    <p>Muscle and joint pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of Herceptin, a targeted therapy used in breast cancer treatment?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of Perjeta, another targeted therapy used in breast cancer treatment?

    <p>Decreased white blood cell count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Tissue scarring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential symptom of Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN)?

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

    Which of the following is a potential long-term consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

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

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing lymphedema after breast cancer treatment?

    <p>Having a low BMI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Axillary web syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for platelets in the blood?

    <p>7.1 or above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of Perjeta, another targeted therapy used in breast cancer treatment?

    <p>Cardiac toxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended intensity for aerobic training for cancer survivors according to the Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors?

    <p>Moderate intensity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a consideration when developing exercise prescription for cancer patients?

    <p>The patient's blood count values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended exercise intensity for a patient with a hemoglobin level of 8-10 g/dL?

    <p>Resistive exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for platelets in the blood?

    <p>200,000 - 400,000/mm3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Decreased bone density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of Herceptin, a targeted therapy used in breast cancer treatment?

    <p>Muscle weakness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Radiation fibrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential symptom of Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN)?

    <p>Muscle weakness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

    <p>Decreased white blood cell count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing lymphedema after breast cancer treatment?

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

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer?

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

    What is trismus?

    <p>Limited ability to open the mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

    <p>Spinal accessory and/or facial nerve palsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common form of secondary lymphedema in the US?

    <p>Upper extremity lymphedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of chemotherapy?

    <p>Hearing loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of chemotherapy drugs?

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

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of targeted and hormone therapies for breast cancer?

    <p>Loss of tensile strength in ligaments/tendons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of TRAM reconstruction?

    <p>Inability to complete a rotational curl-up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer?

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

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of mastectomy?

    <p>Loss of tensile strength in ligaments/tendons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of TRAM reconstruction?

    <p>Impairment and dysfunction due to late complications of disease and treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common form of secondary lymphedema in the US?

    <p>Axillary Web Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a caution in determining activity level for cancer patients?

    <p>Increased risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of breast cancer?

    <p>Invasive breast cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of radiation induced tissue fibrosis?

    <p>Impairment and dysfunction due to late complications of disease and treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sounds is usually heard during diastole?

    <p>Leathery sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the predicted value for Maximum Inspiratory Pressure (MIP) for a 60-year-old female?

    <p>$158 - (60 \times 0.18)$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the usual position for post-operative comfort to improve respiration?

    <p>Head elevated 20°, legs slightly flexed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following exercises is specifically used for localized expansion of the lungs?

    <p>Diaphragmatic breathing exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an Incentive Spirometer claim to strengthen?

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

    Which component primarily represents the metabolic aspect of blood gas analysis?

    <p>HCO3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an increased PaCO2 indicate in blood gas analysis?

    <p>Respiratory acidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which parameter is used to determine metabolic alkalosis in blood gas analysis?

    <p>HCO3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In blood gas analysis, how is compensation different from correction?

    <p>Compensation involves altering the primarily affected component, while correction alters the normalized pH.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scale is used to quantify dyspnea in patients during activity?

    <p>Borg Rate of Perceived Exertion Scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best area to listen for the pulmonic valve closure (P2) of the second heart sound?

    <p>2nd ICS, L sternal border</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which heart sound is associated with poor ventricular compliance in adults?

    <p>Third heart sound (S3)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the tricuspid area for auscultation of the heart sounds located?

    <p>5th intercostal space, L sternal border</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the abnormal heart sound associated with exaggerated atrial contraction and turbulence?

    <p>Fourth heart sound (S4)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When auscultating the mitral area, where is the best location to hear the mitral valve closure (M1) of the first heart sound?

    <p>5th ICS midclavicular line near left nipple</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Modified Borg Dyspnoea Scale?

    <p>To assess respiratory effort during exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the chest examination involves evaluating neck accessory muscles, tracheal position, and jugular vein distension?

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

    What is the defining characteristic of Cheyne-Stokes breathing pattern?

    <p>Increasing and decreasing depth, periods of apnea, irregular rhythm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of chest examination, what does the term 'cachexia' refer to?

    <p>Body type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Patient Instructions for Borg Dyspnea Scale?

    <p>To rate the difficulty of breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of Airway Clearance Techniques (ACT)?

    <p>To reduce airway obstruction caused by secretions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique is a passive one that enables gravity to assist in the flow of secretions from the airways?

    <p>Postural drainage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did a Meta-Analysis of 13 randomized controlled trials find about Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) post cardio-thoracic surgery?

    <p>Significantly decreased postoperative pulmonary complications compared to standard care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which patient population did Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) show benefits for improving respiratory muscle strength, functional capacity, and dyspnea?

    <p>Patients with stable heart failure and respiratory muscle weakness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the addition of Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) to a regular exercise program improve in patients with COPD?

    <p>Maximum Inspiratory Pressure (MIP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of respiratory alkalosis?

    <p>Hyperventilation due to airway obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of metabolic alkalosis?

    <p>Loss of HCl (stomach)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In blood gas analysis, what does a low HCO3 indicate?

    <p>Metabolic acidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of respiratory acidosis?

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

    What is the primary cause of metabolic acidosis?

    <p>Acidemia 2o to diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Physical Impairments and Management in Breast Cancer Treatment

    • Herceptin is a targeted therapy given intravenously for about a year to patients with Her2+ breast cancer.
    • Cardiomyopathy, decreased white blood cell count, anemia, and cancer-related fatigue are potential side effects of Herceptin.
    • Perjeta is another targeted therapy used in breast cancer treatment that inhibits cell growth and division.
    • Radiation therapy destroys cancer cells and inhibits cell growth, typically delivered in doses of 3-4 Gy per treatment and totaling 40-70 Gy.
    • Radiation therapy can cause tissue scarring and increase the risk of developing lymphedema and brachial plexopathies.
    • Acute, subacute, and chronic stages of radiation therapy can lead to skin impairment, tissue immobility, and adhesions.
    • Common upper quarter impairments following breast cancer treatment include chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, radiation fibrosis, scar adhesion, brachial plexopathy, scapular dyskinesia, and lymphedema.
    • Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is the second most common acute side effect of cancer intervention and can cause gait and mobility deficits.
    • CIPN can result in paresthesia, decreased proprioception, neuropathic pain, muscle weakness, postural instability, and balance problems.
    • Management of CIPN includes patient education, assistive devices, exercises, joint mobilizations, gentle compression, and fall prevention recommendations.
    • Radiation fibrosis is the pathological development of fibrotic tissue sclerosis due to radiation therapy, potentially leading to loss of elasticity and organ complications.
    • Management of radiation fibrosis involves deep tissue work, tissue mobilization, scar mobilization, and prevention of chest wall adhesion.

    Physical Impairments and Management in Breast Cancer Treatment

    • Herceptin is a targeted therapy given intravenously for about a year to patients with Her2+ breast cancer.
    • Cardiomyopathy, decreased white blood cell count, anemia, and cancer-related fatigue are potential side effects of Herceptin.
    • Perjeta is another targeted therapy used in breast cancer treatment that inhibits cell growth and division.
    • Radiation therapy destroys cancer cells and inhibits cell growth, typically delivered in doses of 3-4 Gy per treatment and totaling 40-70 Gy.
    • Radiation therapy can cause tissue scarring and increase the risk of developing lymphedema and brachial plexopathies.
    • Acute, subacute, and chronic stages of radiation therapy can lead to skin impairment, tissue immobility, and adhesions.
    • Common upper quarter impairments following breast cancer treatment include chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, radiation fibrosis, scar adhesion, brachial plexopathy, scapular dyskinesia, and lymphedema.
    • Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is the second most common acute side effect of cancer intervention and can cause gait and mobility deficits.
    • CIPN can result in paresthesia, decreased proprioception, neuropathic pain, muscle weakness, postural instability, and balance problems.
    • Management of CIPN includes patient education, assistive devices, exercises, joint mobilizations, gentle compression, and fall prevention recommendations.
    • Radiation fibrosis is the pathological development of fibrotic tissue sclerosis due to radiation therapy, potentially leading to loss of elasticity and organ complications.
    • Management of radiation fibrosis involves deep tissue work, tissue mobilization, scar mobilization, and prevention of chest wall adhesion.

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