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| Reproduction of new cells through growth/division |
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| The process by which a less specialized cell becomes more specialized |
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| Abnormal/progressive tissue growth that is uncontrolled and aggressive |
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| Abnormal/progressive multiplication of cells |
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| Produces genetically identically daughter cells |
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| Produces genetically unique cells (sexual reproduction) |
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Is not capable of metastasis
May obstruct other organs
Has functions of cells it was derived from |
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Has abnormal functions
Can metastasize |
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Age
Smoking
Certain bacteria/viruses
Genetic risk
Radiation exposure
Carcinogens
Poor nutrition/activity levels |
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X-RAY: determines size/location
Direct visualization: endoscopy for example
Lab tests/tissue samples |
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X: can’t be assessed
1 - low grade
4 - high grade (worse)
T - Tumor
M - Metastasis
N - Lymph node |
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Reduce risk factors
Lifestyle modifications
Smoking cessation
Diet changes |
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| Screenings. Mammograms. Early detection of disease |
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Delivered from a source outside PT
PT is NOT radioactive to other
Usually 1-5 sessions
Improved accuracy
PT must be in same position for all treatment sessions |
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Short close therapy
Direct continuous contact w/tumor
High does to tumor, limited dose to surrounding cells
PT IS hazardous to others
Waste is radioactive until completely eliminated |
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Altered taste sensation
Fatigue
Bone marrow suppression
Other side effects are site specific |
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| Cytotoxic system agent therapy |
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| Systemic therapy - not CA specific |
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Used to cure or increase survival time
Has some selectivity to CA cells
Systemic, kills metastized cells |
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| damage DNA/interrupt synthesis |
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| Disrupt cell division. DNA breakage - DEATH |
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| Higher dosage more freqently |
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Serious complication of IV infusion
Drug leaks into surrounding tissue
Causes pain, infection and tissue loss |
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Oral drug just as toxic as IV
Most can be absorbed through skin (Gloves)
Adherance IMPORTANT
Do not cut, crush or chew meds |
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| Chemotherapy side effects |
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Anemia (Decreased RBC)
Neutropenia (Decreased WBC-immunosuppression-infection)
Thrombocytopenia (Decreased platelets)
N/V/Alopecia
Mucositit (open sores onmucous membranes)
Skin changes
Altered bowel elimination
Changes in cognitive function
Emotional impact of treatment |
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| Bone marrow suppression ssx |
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Increased risk for infection
Hypoxia
Fatige
Impaired clotting
Sepsis risk |
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Frequent assessment
Diligent oral hygiene |
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GENTLE flossing once daily
Soft toothbrush to reduce risk of bleeding
Rinse mouth frequently
Clean toothbrushes WEEKLY in HYDROGEN PEROXIDE then rinse with WARM WATER |
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Usually begins 1 month after completion
May differ in color, texture and size of original.
Wear sunblock! |
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| Nursing intervention for cognition changes |
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Support
Pt may have decreased concentration, memory and difficulty learning new information |
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| Chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) |
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Loss of sensation in hands, feet.
ED
Neuropathic pain
Severe constipation
(prevent injury) |
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