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In what organs does neuroblastoma typically occur
Adrenal gland
Retroperitoneal sympathetic chain
10 year old with leukemia has a platelet count of 20,000. What precautions are required?
Bleeding
Why do brain tumors have a poor survival rate (choose 1)
A. Rapid metastasis to bone
B Metastasis to liver and spleen
C. Increase in ICP with herniation before it can metastasize
D. It tends to be a secondary tumor of neuroblastoma
In terms of anticipatory guidance for cancer, what should be taught to adolescent males
self testicular exam at 12 years of age
The other name for a Wilm's Tumor is
Nephroblastoma
The first sign of a brain tumor in a child is usually
A. A seizure
B. Visual changes
C. Headaches
D. Ataxic gait
In terms of immunizations and chemotherapy; when should a child receive routine immunizations
3 months after chemotherapy is completed
The first signs of nephroblastoma are
abdominal mass
bloody urine
Ways to reduce increased intracranial pressure (name 4)
1. osmotic diuretics
2. ventilate to decrease CO2 levels
3. Raise head of bed
4. Reduce environmental stimuli
5. Minimize straining with stool