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