Oncology and Palliative Care Quiz

<p>Using bleeding precautions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leakage of chemotherapy drugs into surrounding tissue. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Superior vena cava syndrome (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hold chemotherapy and procedure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hodgkin's lymphoma involves Reed-Sternberg cells. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enlarged painless lymph nodes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their excreta is not radioactive. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>4 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Urticaria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<blockquote> <p>1.030 (A)</p> </blockquote> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3 days of high dose antibiotics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sudden decrease in urine output (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stop the infusion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fever and chills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assess for allergies to iodine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ambulate regularly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Creatinine &gt; 1.3 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To achieve a rapid and complete remission (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using a soft bristle toothbrush for oral hygiene (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pneumonia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Allopurinol (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using a sterile technique for all procedures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Burning or pain at the IV site (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Administering 3L of fluid per day (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Absolute Neutrophil Count, indicates the patient's immunity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lateral decubitus with remaining lung on top (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chronic blood loss (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cold sensitivity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>CBC and Cl levels (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alopecia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Industrial bakery products (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Corticosteroids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Iron overload (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perform a crossmatch of blood (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Signs indicating potential cancer, such as unusual bleeding or unexplained weight loss.

Care focusing on managing symptoms and providing psychological support.

End-of-life care for those with less than 6 months to live, focusing on comfort.

Leakage of chemotherapy drug into surrounding tissue from a blood vessel.

Lifestyle and genetic factors that increase colon cancer risk, including red meat and obesity.

A type of lymphoma marked by Reed-Sternberg cells, usually causing large, painless lymph nodes.

All lymphoid cancers without Reed-Sternberg cells, common in older age.

A condition caused by the obstruction of SVC, leading to facial edema and other symptoms.

Management options include prophylactic mastectomy and oophorectomy for early detection.

A type of brachytherapy where radiation is implanted in a specific area.

Negative physical responses to radiation exposure, include fatigue and skin integrity issues.

A condition with lower iron, causing microcytic anemia and fatigue.

Includes spoon-shaped nails, cold sensitivity, and red beefy tongue due to lack of B12.

Avoid stress, dehydration, and extreme temperatures to prevent sickle cell crises.

A condition with low platelet count (<150,000), leading to bleeding issues.

A procedure to remove blood, often due to high hemoglobin or iron levels.

Prioritize pain management, hydration, and oxygen during crises.

B12 deficiency requires lifelong treatment with monthly injections.

Includes crossmatching, documenting consent, and monitoring vitals before transfusion.

Includes dermatitis and alopecia, particularly with whole brain radiation.

Difficulty in fluid administration indicated by pain, burning, or edema at the site.

A condition caused by rapid breakdown of cancer cells releasing contents like potassium and uric acid into the blood.

An elevated level of potassium in the blood, often seen in tumor lysis syndrome.

Measures taken to protect immunocompromised patients from infections, including hygiene and visitor limitations.

Includes explaining the procedure, ensuring sterile technique, and monitoring for complications.

Immunocompromised patients and their households should avoid live vaccines for two years to prevent serious infections.

A measure of how many neutrophils are in the blood, indicating a patient's immune status.

First phase of treatment aimed at achieving rapid and complete remission using combination chemotherapy.

Adverse responses that can occur during or after blood transfusion, including febrile, hemolytic, allergic, bacterial, circulatory overload, and TRALI.

The most common reaction during a blood transfusion, characterized by fever, chills, and tachycardia.

A serious reaction to blood transfusion resulting in low flank pain, fever, and chills.

Occurs when blood is infused too quickly, leading to symptoms like dyspnea, confusion, and bounding pulse.

Bacterial infection causing inflammation of the prostate gland, can present with low-grade fever or chills.

Fatigue, headache, polyuria, and weight loss are common signs of upper UTI inflammation.

The presence of kidney stones, leading to pain (knife-like), hematuria, and dysuria.

Practices to avoid urinary tract infections, such as proper hygiene and increased fluid intake.

Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) levels indicate kidney function, with normal levels between 10-20 mg/dL.

Before procedures with contrast, checking for allergies to iodine, shellfish, eggs, milk, and chocolate is crucial.