Chapter 19 Flashcards
1
Q
Chemotherapy that causes anorexia
A
Doxorubicin (Adriamycin) Irinotecan (Comptosar) Mitomycin (Mytamycin) Topotecan (Hycamtin) Vinorelbine (Navelbine) Cetuximab (Erbitix)
2
Q
Chemotherapy that causes constipation
A
Vinorelbine (Navelbine)
3
Q
For patient with esophageal cancer that are ineligible for surgery because of comorbidities or being diagnosed at an advanced stage what can be done?
A
Stent Insertion
Laser Ablation
Nutrition Intervention for NIS
4
Q
In the first 6-8 weeks post op, guidelines for dumping syndrome include?
A
Eat 6 small meals
Eat slowly and relax while eating chew food completely
Do not drink liquids or have soup with your meals
Trying lying down for 15 minutes after eating (this may slow movement in intestines)
Choose low fiber foods
Choose soft, well cooked foods
Have a good source of protein with each meal and snack
