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What is the main purpose of antineoplastic chemotherapy?
What is the main purpose of antineoplastic chemotherapy?
Which of the following precautions should be taken when a patient is undergoing chemotherapy?
Which of the following precautions should be taken when a patient is undergoing chemotherapy?
Which adverse effect is commonly associated with chemotherapy that affects blood components?
Which adverse effect is commonly associated with chemotherapy that affects blood components?
What symptom might indicate a need for neutropenic precautions in a chemotherapy patient?
What symptom might indicate a need for neutropenic precautions in a chemotherapy patient?
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What is a common purpose of palliative chemotherapy?
What is a common purpose of palliative chemotherapy?
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Which action is essential for maintaining safety during chemotherapy administration?
Which action is essential for maintaining safety during chemotherapy administration?
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What type of chemotherapy is administered before surgery to shrink tumors?
What type of chemotherapy is administered before surgery to shrink tumors?
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Which of the following is a key nursing concept in caring for a patient receiving chemotherapy?
Which of the following is a key nursing concept in caring for a patient receiving chemotherapy?
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What is a recommended patient self-exam that should be performed monthly?
What is a recommended patient self-exam that should be performed monthly?
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Which type of toxic side effect can chemotherapy have on the heart?
Which type of toxic side effect can chemotherapy have on the heart?
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What type of cancer predominantly affects older women and can result in abdominal metastases?
What type of cancer predominantly affects older women and can result in abdominal metastases?
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Which gene mutations are linked to an increased risk for ovarian cancer?
Which gene mutations are linked to an increased risk for ovarian cancer?
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What initial treatment is often required for ovarian cancer?
What initial treatment is often required for ovarian cancer?
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Which procedure often requires an oophorectomy when diagnosing ovarian cancer?
Which procedure often requires an oophorectomy when diagnosing ovarian cancer?
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What is the primary focus of care for advanced stages of ovarian cancer?
What is the primary focus of care for advanced stages of ovarian cancer?
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Which of the following is a non-specific symptom of ovarian cancer?
Which of the following is a non-specific symptom of ovarian cancer?
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What is a key characteristic of cervical cancer concerning its prevention?
What is a key characteristic of cervical cancer concerning its prevention?
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Which of the following statements about ovarian cancer screening is true?
Which of the following statements about ovarian cancer screening is true?
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What is a typical outcome for cervical cancer if diagnosed in stages 3 or 4?
What is a typical outcome for cervical cancer if diagnosed in stages 3 or 4?
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Which is a common goal of care for patients with advanced ovarian cancer?
Which is a common goal of care for patients with advanced ovarian cancer?
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What is a primary goal of the Gardasil vaccination?
What is a primary goal of the Gardasil vaccination?
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Which symptom is NOT typically associated with liver cancer?
Which symptom is NOT typically associated with liver cancer?
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What is the surgical intervention commonly performed for early-stage cervical cancer?
What is the surgical intervention commonly performed for early-stage cervical cancer?
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What is the main purpose of fractionation in radiation therapy?
What is the main purpose of fractionation in radiation therapy?
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Which of the following is a common sign of liver cancer?
Which of the following is a common sign of liver cancer?
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What is the most common cancer that forms in the liver?
What is the most common cancer that forms in the liver?
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Which statement about acute side effects of radiation treatment is correct?
Which statement about acute side effects of radiation treatment is correct?
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What distinguishes Hodgkin’s Lymphoma from Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma?
What distinguishes Hodgkin’s Lymphoma from Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma?
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What is the most common primary bone cancer found in children and young adults?
What is the most common primary bone cancer found in children and young adults?
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What dietary restriction might be necessary for patients with liver cancer?
What dietary restriction might be necessary for patients with liver cancer?
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Which treatment method is considered ideal for liver cancer but many patients are ineligible due to advanced disease?
Which treatment method is considered ideal for liver cancer but many patients are ineligible due to advanced disease?
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Which diagnostic tool is essential for confirming a bone cancer diagnosis?
Which diagnostic tool is essential for confirming a bone cancer diagnosis?
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What does the ALARA principle stand for in radiation therapy?
What does the ALARA principle stand for in radiation therapy?
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What is a common symptom of leukemia that differs from lymphoma?
What is a common symptom of leukemia that differs from lymphoma?
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What symptom might indicate the presence of a bone tumor, particularly if it is worse at night?
What symptom might indicate the presence of a bone tumor, particularly if it is worse at night?
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Which body's function is NOT related to liver cancer?
Which body's function is NOT related to liver cancer?
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What is the recommended action for a patient undergoing chemotherapy in terms of infection control?
What is the recommended action for a patient undergoing chemotherapy in terms of infection control?
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What should be monitored in patients with liver cancer due to altered metabolism?
What should be monitored in patients with liver cancer due to altered metabolism?
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Which risk factor is associated with an increased likelihood of developing bone cancer?
Which risk factor is associated with an increased likelihood of developing bone cancer?
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Which lab value is typically elevated in the presence of bone tumors, particularly reflecting osteoblast activity?
Which lab value is typically elevated in the presence of bone tumors, particularly reflecting osteoblast activity?
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Which is a significant risk factor for developing lung cancer?
Which is a significant risk factor for developing lung cancer?
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Which assessment finding is indicative of advanced liver disease?
Which assessment finding is indicative of advanced liver disease?
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What primarily distinguishes internal radiation therapy from external radiation therapy?
What primarily distinguishes internal radiation therapy from external radiation therapy?
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What is the typical age range for the diagnosis of stomach cancer?
What is the typical age range for the diagnosis of stomach cancer?
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What complication might arise from weakened bones due to a bone tumor?
What complication might arise from weakened bones due to a bone tumor?
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What is a significant non-modifiable risk factor for developing multiple myeloma?
What is a significant non-modifiable risk factor for developing multiple myeloma?
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Which bone cancer is most commonly found in teenagers and has a tendency to spread?
Which bone cancer is most commonly found in teenagers and has a tendency to spread?
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What characteristic is typical of small cell lung cancer compared to non-small cell lung cancer?
What characteristic is typical of small cell lung cancer compared to non-small cell lung cancer?
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What therapy is often used for leukemia patients to assess the involvement of the bone marrow?
What therapy is often used for leukemia patients to assess the involvement of the bone marrow?
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What is a common treatment strategy for MGUS and SMM?
What is a common treatment strategy for MGUS and SMM?
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Which diagnostic method is used to assess for metastasis of bone cancer?
Which diagnostic method is used to assess for metastasis of bone cancer?
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Which educational point is essential for patients undergoing chemotherapy?
Which educational point is essential for patients undergoing chemotherapy?
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What is the primary goal of palliation in cancer treatment?
What is the primary goal of palliation in cancer treatment?
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Which type of cancer is most commonly associated with the Philadelphia chromosome?
Which type of cancer is most commonly associated with the Philadelphia chromosome?
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How does radiation treatment typically affect rapidly dividing cells compared to healthy cells?
How does radiation treatment typically affect rapidly dividing cells compared to healthy cells?
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What is a common late side effect of radiation therapy?
What is a common late side effect of radiation therapy?
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What is the recommended patient education regarding oral hygiene for those undergoing chemotherapy?
What is the recommended patient education regarding oral hygiene for those undergoing chemotherapy?
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What is the most common type of bladder cancer?
What is the most common type of bladder cancer?
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Which risk factor is directly linked to bladder cancer?
Which risk factor is directly linked to bladder cancer?
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What is the average age of diagnosis for bladder cancer?
What is the average age of diagnosis for bladder cancer?
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Which statement about brain tumors is accurate?
Which statement about brain tumors is accurate?
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Which treatment option is typically used to deliver medication directly into the brain?
Which treatment option is typically used to deliver medication directly into the brain?
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What is the primary goal of a craniotomy in brain tumor treatment?
What is the primary goal of a craniotomy in brain tumor treatment?
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Which patient symptom is often the first sign of bladder cancer?
Which patient symptom is often the first sign of bladder cancer?
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Which type of brain tumor originates from glial cells?
Which type of brain tumor originates from glial cells?
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What can trigger the growth of bladder cancer cells?
What can trigger the growth of bladder cancer cells?
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Which of the following is not a treatment modality for bladder cancer?
Which of the following is not a treatment modality for bladder cancer?
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What is a common side effect of brain tumor treatments such as chemotherapy?
What is a common side effect of brain tumor treatments such as chemotherapy?
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What type of bladder cancer is formed from chronic irritation, for example, from catheters or infections?
What type of bladder cancer is formed from chronic irritation, for example, from catheters or infections?
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How can a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) blockage impact brain tumors?
How can a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) blockage impact brain tumors?
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Which of the following is not a sign of bladder cancer spread?
Which of the following is not a sign of bladder cancer spread?
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Study Notes
Oncology Nursing Points
- Overview: Warning signs of cancer (CAUTION) include: changes in bowel pattern, a sore that doesn't heal, unusual bleeding, thickening of breast/testicles/skin, indigestion, obvious change in mole, nagging cough, unexplained anemia, and sudden unexplained weight loss.
- Nursing Points - General: All cancer diagnoses need biopsy/histologic examination (gold standard). Cancer staging uses the TNM system (Tumor, Node, Metastasis) with categories like Tis, NO, MO for localized cancer.
- TNM Staging: Detailed descriptions of tumor size (T1, T2, T3, T4), lymph node involvement (N0, N1, N2, N3), and metastasis (M0, M1) are used to stage cancer. The different categories of T, N, and M describe the extent of the cancer.
- Mitosis & Apoptosis: Mitosis is normal cell division for growth and repair, while apoptosis is programmed cell death.
- Benign vs. Malignant: Benign tumors do not spread to other tissues or organs, while malignant tumors can invade and spread.
- Assessment - Testicular Cancer: Instruction on monthly testicular self-examination is essential.
- Assessment - General: Functional status, fatigue, constipation/diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, mucositis needs to be assessed from the patient at every encounter. Assess for weight loss, infection- risk factors, nutritional needs and complications.
- Other Topics: Detailed information regarding specific cancer types such as cervical, breast, prostate, testicular, and others include risk factors, screening, and therapeutic details were covered in subsequent pages.
Cervical Cancer
- Overview: Regular gynecological exams with Pap smears are crucial for early detection. Annual exams are recommended if abnormal results occur.
- Risk Factors: Early menarche and late menopause are risk factors. A breast self-exam needs to be done monthly.
- Assessment: Mammograms once a year are recommended for individuals over 40.
- Therapeutic Management: Chemotherapy precautions, neutropenia, and leukopenia are also notable topics.
Prostate Cancer
- Overview**: Regular prostate exams starting at age 50 are essential.
- Therapeutic Management: Chemotherapy precautions, neutropenia and leukopenia need to be considered.
Chemotherapy
- Overview: Agents against abnormal cells aimed at stopping or killing abnormal growth.
- Nursing Points - General: Chemotherapy can cause several side effects, including myelosuppression (reduced blood counts) which leads to increased risk of infection. Nadir is when blood counts are at their lowest point.
Radiation Therapy
- Overview: Radiation therapy destroys cancer cells by delivering high-energy particles. This can cause side effects that impact patients' ability or capacity to complete ADLs.
- Nursing Points - General: Different types of radiation therapy (EBRT and others) and its potential side effects were covered. This treatment causes fatigue, irritation of skin around treatment area, and can cause site-specific side effects due to the treatment area.
Other Cancer Types
- Specific information was provided in the document for different cancer types. Risk factors, screening, treatment, and assessment strategies are included for each type.
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This quiz covers essential oncology nursing points, including the warning signs of cancer, the importance of biopsy in diagnoses, and detailed information on the TNM staging system. Understand the differences between benign and malignant tumors, as well as the processes of mitosis and apoptosis. Review these critical concepts to enhance your nursing knowledge in oncology.
