oncology emergency cancer meds and TX cancer management
100
What manifestations may indicate spinal cord compression (SCC) in a patient with cancer?
Back pain, Muscle weakness, Sensation of heaviness in arms and legs
100
Which class of medications treats chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting?
serotonin antagonists
100
When caring for a patient receiving chemotherapy, the nurse plans care during the nadir of bone marrow activity to prevent which complication?
Infection
200
What is a manifestation of disseminated intravascular coagulation?
Bowel necrosis
200
The laboratory reports of a patient with cancer indicate severe hyperkalemia and hyperuricemia. Which treatment does the nurse anticipate will be effective for this patient?
Dialysis
200
What personal protective equipment (PPE) are necessary when preparing, giving, or disposing of chemotherapy drugs?
mask, gloves, gown, eye shield
300
Which treatment strategy increases the risk of developing tumor lysis syndrome?
chemotherapy
300
Which class of drug is used for the treatment of cancer-induced spinal cord compression?
Corticosteroids
300
What term describes the administration of chemotherapy along with surgery or radiation?
Adjuvant therapy
400
The laboratory report of a patient with cancer shows serum sodium levels of 108 mEq/L. Which complication does the nurse anticipate in the patient?
Seizures
400
Which treatment is recommended for a patient with severe cancer-induced hypercalcemia?
Dialysis
400
Which side effect is commonly found in women who are taking androgen for the hormonal manipulation of cancer?
facial and chest hair
500
Which component is released into the bloodstream after the destruction of tumor cells?
Potassium
500
Which medication is used to treat hypercalcemia temporarily in a patient who has cancer?
Bisphosphonate
500
What adverse effects are observed when a vesicant agent extravasates during chemotherapy?
pain, infection, tissue loss






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