Cancer Treatments
This is one of the oldest forms of cancer treatments
what is, surgery / surgical intervention
what are the two major dysfunctions in cancer development
An individual would be receiving cancer treatments to either blank, blank, or blank the cancer
what is Cure, Control, Palliative
What are the two main types of Lung Cancer?
what is Small cell Lung Cancer , NON-small cell Lung Cancer
What is one major concern with chemotherapy drugs infusing through an IV
Extravasation
Name 2 things that would be in a care plan for someone diagnosed with Lung cancer
What is:
Patent airway, adequate tissue oxygenation, minimal discomfort, understanding about cancer, and realistic outlook on treatment and prognosis
Name 4 types of cancer treatments
Surgical, Radiation, Chemotherapy, Hormone Therapy, Target / Immuno Therapy, Stem Cell
Name 4 manifestations of lung cancer
Anorexia, Nausea, vomiting, hoarseness in voice, dysphagia, palpable lymph nodes in neck and axillae
What are the three hormones used in hormone therapy?
progesterone, estrogen, testosterone
What is the syndrome where hormones, cytokines, antibodies, and enzymes attack healthy cells?