30-35 Flashcards
1
Q
When is surgery approximate in the treatment of cancer
A
Tumor is small, to treat oncologic emergencies, prophylactically
2
Q
How does radiation kill cancer cells
A
Uses high energy particles or waves to destroy damaged cancer cells. This can lead to creation of free radicals that damages healthy cells
3
Q
Side effects of chemotherapy drugs
A
Neutropenia (risk for infection), anemia, nausea vomiting, hair loss
4
Q
5 possible treatments for cancer
A
Surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, hormone therapy,and bio therapy
