Patho
What cell is responsible for melanoma?
Melanocyte
True or false
Interferon alfa 2B will not show with cognitive issues?
false
What is the first sign of malignant melanoma on assessment?
Changes in skin appearance.
This is a treatment that uses medicine that attacks the specific chemicals in the cancer cells
targeted therapy
What hormone is responsible for both pigment and UV ray protection?
Melanin
Dacarbazine is a chemotherapy med?
true
What colors can be a sign of a malignant lesion?
brown, black, blue, red
To prevent a malignant melanoma we should educate our patients to wear sun screen with a SPF of what level?
15 or higher
What is the number one risk factor for developing skin cancer?
UV ray exposure
Which medication will block the action of a certain protein in cancer cells?
atezolizumab
What shape do malignant skin lesions take?
Irregular borders, asymmetric
True or false. A nurse should assess the client for mental health issues after finding out about their diagnosis of a malignant melanoma
true
How does this cancer metastasize?
Angiogenesis feeds cancerous cell growth; once the lymphatic system becomes involved the cancer can metastasize to other parts of body.
All the following except for one is related to malignant melanoma, which one is not related...
Antiviral
Chemotherapy
NSAIDS
Immunotherapy
NSAIDS
What other symptoms accompany this cancer?
fatigue, malaise, SOB, weight loss, pain
____ is something that should be considered when considering a patient's cultural or spiritual background.
touch