9A: Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
What is the impact of a cardiac tumor?
A
- Ability to expand for full blood volume
- Arrhythmias
- Ability to contract for proper CO
2
Q
What happens if a cardiac tumor invades surrounding tissues?
A
Pericardial effusion and cardiac tamponade
3
Q
How are cardiac tumors treated?
A
- Surgery
- Cardiac meds to decrease workload
- Radiation or chemo
4
Q
What is the leading cause of death from cancer in men and women?
A
Lung cancer
5
Q
What impairments are associated with lung cancer?
A
- Ventilation
- Compliance
- Inflammation
6
Q
How will lung cancer be treated?
A
- No smoking
- Surgery
- Meds for V/Q
- Chemo or radiation
7
Q
What is the leading cause of lung cancer?
A
Smoking
8
Q
How will other cancers impact the CV system?
A
- Increased demand on heart and lungs
- RBC, platelets, iron issues
- Metabolism and pH
- Fluid levels
- General homeostasis
9
Q
What are the hematologic effects of cancer?
A
Platelets and iron levels decrease with cancer and treatment
10
Q
What are signs of low platelets or anemia?
A
- Fatigue
- Pale
- Decreased O2
- SOB
- Muscle cramping with activity
11
Q
What are three physical effects of cancer?
A
- Fatigue quicker
- Longer recovery
- Bruising, cyanosis
12
Q
What are exercise guidelines for cancer?
A
- 3x/week, 150 minutes of aerobic
- 2x/week resistance
