284 - Cancer Survivorship Flashcards

1
Q

Are psychological challenges common among cancer survivors?

A

yes

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2
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Which chemotherapy is most associated wtih heart dysfunction?

A

Anthracyclines (doxorubicin) -> long-term cardiac toxicity

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3
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Which chemotherapy agent is most strongly associated with hearing loss?

A

Cisplatin

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4
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Which chemotherapy agents are most strongly associated with peripheral neuropathy?

A

Platinum agents (cisplatin, carboplatin)

Tx = gabapentin, venlafaxine

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5
Q

What are the most common sites of malignancy in the survivorship population for:

  • Females:
  • Males:
A
  • Females: Breast cancer
  • Males: Testicular cancer
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