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What is the most common form of cancer in children between the ages of 2-10?
What is the most common form of cancer in children between the ages of 2-10?
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
- Hodgkin lymphoma
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) (correct)
Which leukemia progresses more rapidly and is more present in childhood cancers?
Which leukemia progresses more rapidly and is more present in childhood cancers?
- Hodgkin lymphoma
- Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)
- Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
- Acute leukemias (correct)
What is the therapeutic management of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
What is the therapeutic management of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
- Surgical removal of leukemic cells
- Radiation therapy to reduce leukemic cells
- Chemotherapy to eradicate leukemic cells and restore normal bone marrow function (correct)
- Stem cell transplant to restore bone marrow function
What are the common sites of pain in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?
What are the common sites of pain in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?
What are the nursing management focuses in Lymphoma?
What are the nursing management focuses in Lymphoma?
Which leukemia is more common in adults and progresses slower?
Which leukemia is more common in adults and progresses slower?
What are the common symptoms of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?
What are the common symptoms of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?
What is the therapeutic management of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
What is the therapeutic management of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
What are the most common sites of pain in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
What are the most common sites of pain in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
What is the focus of nursing management in Lymphoma?
What is the focus of nursing management in Lymphoma?
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What is the most common childhood cancer (ages 2-10)?
What is the most common childhood cancer (ages 2-10)?
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) is the most common type of cancer found in children aged 2-10. It affects the bone marrow, leading to an overproduction of immature white blood cells, compromising the body's ability to fight infection.
Which leukemia progresses rapidly and is more common in childhood cancers?
Which leukemia progresses rapidly and is more common in childhood cancers?
Acute leukemias, like ALL, are characterized by a rapid progression and are more prevalent in childhood cancers. These leukemias are marked by an uncontrolled production of immature white blood cells.
How is Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) treated?
How is Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) treated?
The therapeutic management of ALL focuses on using chemotherapy to aggressively target and eliminate leukemic cells. This approach aims to restore normal bone marrow function and improve the patient's immune system.
Where is pain common in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?
Where is pain common in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?
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What is the focus of nursing management in Lymphoma?
What is the focus of nursing management in Lymphoma?
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Which leukemia is more common in adults and progresses slowly?
Which leukemia is more common in adults and progresses slowly?
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What are the common symptoms of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?
What are the common symptoms of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?
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How is Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) treated?
How is Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) treated?
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Where is pain common in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
Where is pain common in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
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What is the focus of nursing management in Lymphoma?
What is the focus of nursing management in Lymphoma?
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Leukemia and Lymphoma in Children and Adults
- The most common form of cancer in children between the ages of 2-10 is Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
- ALL progresses more rapidly and is more present in childhood cancers.
- Therapeutic management of ALL involves chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, and supportive care.
- Common sites of pain in ALL include bones, joints, and soft tissues.
Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
- Common symptoms of AML include anemia, fatigue, bleeding, and infections.
- Common sites of pain in AML include bones, joints, and back.
Leukemia in Adults
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) is more common in adults and progresses slower.
Lymphoma
- Nursing management focuses in Lymphoma include pain management, infection prevention, and emotional support.
- The focus of nursing management in Lymphoma is to provide holistic care to patients and their families.
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