Effects on the Side
What is the most common side effect for chemotherapy?
Nausea and Vomiting
What is a pertinent part of mouth care at home?
Soft tooth brush, gentle flossing, and rinse mouth with normal saline
What is a common medication used for nausea and vomiting?
Zofran
What foods do you need to avoid while on chemotherapy?
Greasy food
What document may a cancer patient have when they reach the terminal stage?
DNR
What gastrointestinal side effects go along with chemotherapy?
Constipation and Diarrhea
What would a man on chemotherapy groom with?
Electric shaver
If you become anemic during chemotherapy, what medication might you receive?
Epogen
4-6 small, frequent meals
What is the most common side effect from chemotherapy?
CINV
What side effect causes loss of feeling in hands and feet?
Peripheral neuropathy
What should a patient do to protect their feet?
Well fitted closed-toe shoes
What prescribed medication stops diarrhea?
Lomotol
What type of supplements do you need to avoid taking while on chemo?
Herbal
What is a life-threatening complication from chemotherapy, that is usually seen in the end-stages of Sepsis?
DIC
What is a common cause of loss of appetite?
Mouth Sores
What vaccines should you avoid?
Live vaccines
What medication that is used for diabetics assists in chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy?
Gabapentin
What would you use for supplemental nutrition for chemotherapy patients?
Ensure or Boost
What specific infection can cause Sepsis in cancer patients? (Would cause them to be on contact isolation)
What symptom of chemotherapy would cause a patient to become extremely fatigued?
Anemia
Where can a chemo patient get their condiments?
Fast food, such as Chick-fil-A or McDonald's
What medication is used for appetite enhancement?
Megace
What are two drinks to avoid while on chemotherapy?
Alcohol and caffeine
What chemotherapy side effect would you need to teach a patient diabetic foot care?
CIPN