Cumulative Deck Flashcards

1
Q

2/3 Esophageal cancers are which type vs 1/3rd

A

SCC (squamous cell cancer) vs adenocarcinomas

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2
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7th Day Aventist Diet

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vegan with possible egg/milk/fish; no shellfish, no pork, no caffeine. Kosher OK

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3
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Acupuncture can help with which signs and symptoms?

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hot flashes, xerostomia, muscoskeletal issues, peripheral neuropathy

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4
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Anemia is most evident using which lab

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Hgb (hemoglobin)

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5
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Aside from folate levels, what is another way of determining low folate?

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RBC (red blood cells)

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6
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Assessing for malnutrition in children under 24 months

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age, length, occiptal frontal

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7
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Assessing malnutrition in palliative care is done through-

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PG-SGA + MUST, MNA

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8
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At what time should you try to push PO intake in post-op bowel surgeries

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within 24h, full PO intake in 6-9 days

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9
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At which dose can Omega 3 cause bleeding?

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4000mg/day

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10
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Avoid enteral nutrition when?

A

ascites, peritoneal mets, inoperative obstructions

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11
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Avoid alcohol with which cancers?

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H&N (head and neck), esophageal

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12
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B12 is absorbed in the -

A

terminal ileum

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13
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Billroth I vs Billroth II

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gastroduodenal vs gastrojejunal

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14
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Cause of dysmotility after surgeries

A

Denervation = loss of nerve fx

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15
Q

Characteristics of Cachexia and protein recommendations

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80% cancer patients, decrease in skeletal muscle, 1.5-2.5g/kg Protein

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16
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Common complaints in those under palliative care

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Loss of Appetite, constipation, xerostomia

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17
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Common side effects of: Aromasin, Femara, Faslodex

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Nausea/vomiting, hot flashes

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18
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Complicated diarrhea is treated by:

A

octreotide, IV Fluids

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19
Q

Correcting Platelet counts

A

B12, folate

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20
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Decreased ovarian risk in post-menopausal women is r/t

A

increased hip circumfrence

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21
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diarrhea increases the need for which nutrients?

A

electrolytes, zinc

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22
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Diet progression for Stem Cell Treatment

A

NPO, low residue, solid, low lactose, regular

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23
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ECOG Reference Status and Indications

A

Fully Active: 0;
OOB 50%: 2;
Disabled: 3-4,
Death is 5

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24
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Enteral nutrition guidelines for head and neck cancer

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Perioperative GTube ending at 6-8 wks post tx

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25
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Estimated calorie/protein needs in Lung Cancer

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30-35kcal/kg, 1.2-1.5g/kg Protein

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26
Q

Familial Adenomatous Polyposis increases which cancer risk, inhibited by what?

A

colorectcal cancer, curcumin/quercetin

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27
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Fatness is associated with which cancers?

A

esophageal, pancreatic, colorectal, post-men breast, endometrial, renal, thyroid

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28
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Fatness may PROTECT against which cancer?

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pre-menopausal breast

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29
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Fiber recommendations

A

21-25g/day (F), 30-38g/day (M)

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30
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Flaxseed is beneficial for which type of cancer and which chemo treatment?

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protective against post-menopausal breast cancer; may enhance tamoxifen

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31
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For moderate/severe malnutrition, perioperative enteral nutrition should be provided within

A

7-14 days

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32
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Glutamine can offset which tx related symptom?

A

peripheral neuropathy

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33
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Goals of the RD in palliative care

A

reduce stress of PO intake and prevent dehydration

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34
Q

Hold EN when gastric residuals exceed

A

500cc

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35
Q

How do you assess central adiposity?

A

waist circumference

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36
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How do you manage fat in pancreatic cancer?

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low fat (75g or less) unless patient has pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy to avoid biliary obstruction

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37
Q

How does one grade the severity of mucositis?

A

Oral toxicity scale, grade 0-4 with 4 being the worst

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38
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How long does neutropenia last following stem cell treatment?

A

2-3 weeks

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39
Q

How much weight loss can decrease survival in lung cancer

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5%

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40
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How much weight loss would be indicated in a woman with breast cancer (and what to avoid)

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2# per week with physical exercise; avoid linoleic acid; lignans OK

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41
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How to avoid Refeeding Syndrome

A

replete e- THEN provide 25% needs over 3-5 days

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42
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In an anastomosis, you should feed ________ to the site

A

proximally

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43
Q

In Liver Cancer, you can use what to build LBM (lean body mass)

A

BCAA (branched chain amino acids)

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44
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In malignant bowel obstructions (r/t tumor progression or compression), MNT is:

A

NG for suction or GTube for drainage

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45
Q

In post-men breast CA, how much weight loss is considered beneficial?

A

2lb per week

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46
Q

Inititating Tube Feeds via infusion and bolus/gravity

A

Infusion: 10-50mL/hr; Bolus: 60-120mL

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47
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Inpatient nutrition assessments should be done within ? hours of admission

A

24

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48
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Isothiocyanate is found in which foods and can decrease which cancer risk?

A

cruciferous veggies, decrease lung cancer risk

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49
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Karnofsky Performance Scale Ranges and Indications

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Normal: 100-80%, Limited to home: 70-50%, Disabled/Dying: 40-10%

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50
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Lack of exercise can cause which 3 cancers?

A

breast, colon, endometrial

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51
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Li Fraumeni Syndrome

A

increases risk of breast, leukemia, bone/muscle sarcomas

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52
Q

Long Term implications of Bladder Cancer

A

change in bowel movements

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53
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Long Term implications of Breast Cancer

A

bone health, weight, heart issues

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54
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Long Term implications of Colorectal Cancer

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increased LFTs, malabsorption, weight changes, bowel obstructions/change in bowel movements

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55
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Long Term implications of Leukemia

A

kidney stones, bone health, metabolic syndrome, hypothyroid

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56
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Long Term implications of Lung Cancer

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respiratory decline, esophageal function/dysphagia

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57
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Long Term implications of NHL (Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma)

A

hypothyroid, metabolic syndrome

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58
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Long Term implications of Oropharyngeal Cancer

A

tooth decay, xerostomia, dysphagia

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59
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Long Term implications of Ovarian Cancer

A

bone health

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60
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Long Term implications of Pancreatic Cancer

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anorexia, malabsorption, change in BM

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61
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Long Term implications of Prostate Cancer

A

bone health, diarrhea

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62
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Long Term implications of Renal Cancer

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HTN, CKD/ARF, increased Creatinine

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63
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Long Term implications of Uterine Cancer

A

bone health

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64
Q

Low Vitamin D can increase risk of which 3 cancers?

A

breast, prostate, colorectal

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65
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Lynch Syndrome

A

impacts colon Cancer, increases genetic risk

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66
Q

Main side effects of Abd/Stomach Radiation Therapy?

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fatigue, hair loss, diarrhea, N/V, bladder changes

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67
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Main side effects of Breast Radiation Therapy?

A

fatigue, hair loss

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68
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Main side effects of Chest Radiation Therapy?

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fatigue, hair loss, N/V, throat changes

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69
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Main side effects of H&N Radiation Therapy?

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fatigue, hair loss, thoat changes

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70
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Main side effects of Pelvic Radiation Therapy?

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fatigue, diarrhea, bladder changes

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71
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Main side effects of Rectal Radiation Therapy?

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fatigue, hair loss, diarrhea, bladder changes

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72
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Main 3 side effects of Tamoxifen

A

menstrual s/s, fluid retention, thromboembolic issues

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73
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Main treatment side effects of Colorectal Cancer

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mucositis, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

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74
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Micronutrients at risk of loss with alcoholic liver disease

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folate, thiamine, pyridoxine, Vitamin A

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75
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Micronutrients at risk of loss with GI fistulas

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zinc, selenium

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76
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Micronutrients at risk of loss with inflammation

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Zinc, Iron, Copper, Selenium

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77
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Micronutrients at risk of loss with surgery

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Thiamin, Riboflavin, B12, folate

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78
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Micronutrients at risk of losses with diarrhea

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electrolytes, zinc, selenium

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79
Q

MNT for ascites

A

2g Na rx, 1.5g/kg PRO

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80
Q

MNT for gastric/duodenal obstruction

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stenting with low fiber PO diet OR Gtube for draining, JTube for feeding

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81
Q

Recommend supplements in HCT (Stem Cell Tx) and LBM assessment

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glutamine, Ca/D supplements, NO IRON SUPPLEMENTS, and measure muscle/adipose using arm anthropometrics

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82
Q

Moderate Acute Malnutrition

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1-2% weight loss in 1 week, 5% loss in 1 mos, 7.5% loss in 3 mos; <75% intake of needs in 1 week

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83
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Moderate Chronic/Social Malnutrition

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5% loss in 1 mos, 7.5% loss in 3 mos, 10% loss in 6 mos; <75% intake of needs in 1 month

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84
Q

Neutropenia means neutrophils are

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<1500

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85
Q

Normal Range for MCV

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80-100

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86
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Normal Range for Platelets

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150-400

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87
Q

Nutrient of interest when on 5FU, Xeloda (and why?)

A

B6 for Hand Foot Syndrome

88
Q

Nutrients of interest when on Cetuximab and Oxaliplatin

A

Mg, Ca

89
Q

Nutrient of interest when on Panitumumab

A

Mg

90
Q

Nutrients of interest when on Pemetrexed

A

Folic Acid/B12

91
Q

Nutrients of interest when on Tacrolimus

A

Mg, Potassium

92
Q

Nutrients of interest when on Velcade

A

avoid green tea

93
Q

Nutrients of interest when on Zometa

A

Ca, D

94
Q

Nutrition Goals of Prostate Cancer

A

protect bone health and LBM, decrease sat fat, promote genistein (soy), plant based eating to focus on allium veggies

95
Q

Nutrition impact of Gallbladder Cancer

A

abd pain, jaundice, Loss of Appetite, dysgeusia

96
Q

Nutrition interventions for SIADH

A

3% saline and fluid rx

97
Q

Nutrition issues for treatment of brain tumors

A

N/V, dysphagia, oral/gut complaints, vertigo

98
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Paclitaxel

& which 3 nutrients are at risk of deficiency?

A

N/V/D, mucositis, decreased Mg, K, Vit D

99
Q

Nutrition side effects of: 5FU

A

N/V/D, mucositis

100
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Abraxane

A

N/V/D, mucositis, LE edema, increased LFTs; used as second line therapy for met breast cancer

101
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Anastrozole

A

NVDC, hot flashes

102
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Avastine, Pertuzumab

A

NVDC, mucositis

103
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Carboplatin

A

N/V, renal toxicity

104
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Cytoxan

A

N/V, SIADH

105
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Decarbazine

A

N/V, flu like s/s

106
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Nutrition side effects of: Etoposide

A

may enhance coumadin, N/V, hypersentivity

107
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Gemzar

A

N/V, flu like s/s

108
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Herceptin

A

N/V/D, flu like symptoms, anemia

109
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Ifosfomide

A

N/V, loss of appetite, renal toxic so use Mesna (chemoprotectant)

110
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Irinotecan

A

diarrhea, N/V, loss of appetite

111
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Kadcyla

A

Toxic to cardiac, liver, lung + constpation + thrombocytopenia

112
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Lupron

A

NVDC

113
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Navelbine

A

N/V/C, loss of appetite

114
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Oncovin

A

constipation and renal toxicity

peripheral neuropathy

115
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Oxaliplatin

A

cold sensitivity, N/V/D

116
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Taxotere

A

fluid retention, N/V

117
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Xeloda

A

N/V/D, Hand Foot Syndrome, Mucositis

118
Q

Nutrition side effects of: Zoladex

A

N/V/C

119
Q

Nutrition support for myeloablative transplant

A

TPN with high dose chemoRT

120
Q

Nutrition support for nonmyeloablative transplant

A

Enteral with low dose chemoRT

121
Q

Ovarian cancer may mets to:

A

liver, lung, GI, urinary

122
Q

Pancreatic cancer may be associated with these other issues

A

gastroparesis, malansorption, blockage of bile duct or duodenum

123
Q

Pancreatic surgeries can lead to these nutrition issues:

A

DM, EPI, possible dumping, lactose intolerance, gastroparesis

124
Q

Pareve Kosher focuses on

A

any food that is NOT: meat/dairy SO they can be eaten with all foods

125
Q

PERT guidelines for pancreatic cancer

A

10-40K lipase/meal, use MCT oil, monitor B12, use PPI/H2B

126
Q

Physical activity beneficial for which cancer?

A

breast, colon, ovarian, prostate

127
Q

Preferred Malnutrition Screening Tool

A

PG-SGA or SGA. MSTC/MUST is for inpatients only

128
Q

Preventing Refeeding

A

25% needs or 20kcal/kg

129
Q

Prophylactic cranial radiation occurs with which cancer

A

SCLC/lung cancer d/t increased risk of mets

130
Q

Protein for Frailty

A

1.2g/kg

131
Q

Proven mind-body-medicine techniques

A

stress reduction, biofeedback, hypnosis, guided imagery, art/music therapy, yoga/taichi

132
Q

RAI tx for thyroid cancer can cause

A

Nausea/xerostomia/dysgeusia

133
Q

Recommended physical activity for cancer risk reduction

A

30 minutes per day / 150min moderate/wk, 75min vigorous/wk, weights 2x/wk

134
Q

Reference Range for: Calcium

A

8.5-10.5

135
Q

Reference Range for: Chloride

A

97-107

136
Q

Reference Range for: Mg

A

1.5-2.5

137
Q

Reference Range for: Potassium

A

3.5-5.3

138
Q

Reference Range for: Sodium

A

136-145

139
Q

Risk Factors for adenocarcinoma of esophagus

A

GERD/Barretts

140
Q

Risk Factors for SCC Esophageal cancer

A

ETOH, HPV, esophageal achalasia

141
Q

S/S of GVHD and nutrition recs

A

N/V, abd pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite; low: lactose, fiber, acid, fat

142
Q

Sarcopenia incidence and assessment

A

50% in advanced cancer; characterized by increased fat / decreased muscle; assess with BIA, DXA

143
Q

Selenium is protective against which cancer

A

prostate cancer

144
Q

Selenium may help which cancer treatment?

A

may benefit Paclitaxel

145
Q

Sinosoidal Obstructive Syndrome: clinical implications and nutrition treatment

A

hepatic veno-occlusive disorder, a post treatment complication that may present with thrombocytopenia, weight gain, ascites.

Treatment includes glutathione, cysteine, IVF, e-, correct hypotension, monitor TG, low-fat/low protein

146
Q

Special areas of concern in liver cancer

A

hypercalcemia, hypoglycemia

147
Q

Supplements bad for prostate cancer

A

Calcium over 1500mg, Vitamin E

148
Q

Supplements: Beta Carotene

A

may decrease CRC risk

149
Q

Supplements: CoQ10

what does it do and for which cancer treatment?

A

limits cardiac/renal toxicity of doxorubicin

150
Q

Supplements: Milk Thistle

A

may benefit Cisplatin

151
Q

Supplements: Oleic Acid

May benefit which chemo? Food sources?

A

may benefit Herceptin (found in avocados, nuts/seeds, oils)

152
Q

Supplements: Theanine

May benefit which 2 chemos

A

may benefit doxorubicin, idarubicin

153
Q

Systemic Inflammation is best measured by

A

CRP

154
Q

The compound in tea is called ? and which cancers is it beneficial toward?

A

EGCG, breast/ovarian/endometrial

155
Q

Thrombocytopenia means platelets are ?

A

<100K

156
Q

Tube Feeding for H&N, GE, and Panc cancer requires

A

100cm Jejunum, 150cm Ileum with valve

157
Q

Tumor Lysis Syndrome causes?

A

hyper-Phosp/kalemia/uremia, hypo-Ca;

it is a metabolic issue r/t tumor destruction

158
Q

Turmeric is good for (1) which cancers (2) which chemo (3) combined with?

A

panc and colorectal
cisplatin
fat and black pepper

159
Q

Types of Thyroid Cancer and Commonality

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  1. Follicular, 2. Papillary 3. Anaplastic (stage IV), Medullary
160
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Typical mets from CRC is to

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liver

161
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Uncomplicated diarrhea is treated by:

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fiber, water, low lactose

162
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Under palliative chemoRT, which nutrition support is best

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TPN

163
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What % weight loss can reduce treatment response?

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6%

164
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What chemos can cause hypoalbuminemia

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cisplatin, paclitaxel

165
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What 5 chemotherapies can benefit from Omega 3?

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paclitaxel, cisplatin, irinotecan, doxorubicin, vincristine

166
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What do you do with protein needs r/t encephalopathy

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decrease

167
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What is ablation?

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destruction of tumor

168
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What is achlorydria and what is the main concern?

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decrease of gastric acid; bacterial overgrowth

169
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What is biofeedback?

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meditation, relaxation techniques

170
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What is embolization?

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restriction of blood flow to tumor

171
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What is RECIST?

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tumor progression scale that considers location and extend of progression/mets

172
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What is the gold standard for assessing LEVEL of malnutrition?

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indirect calorimetry

173
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What non-obvious foods are avoided in the immunosuppressed diet?

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lunchmeat, tofu, blue and uncooked soft cheeses, unpasterized juice/honey, veggie sprouts

174
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What nutrients are of concern in gastric surgeries?

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Zn, B12, folate, iron

175
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What nutrition support do you provide in GVHD?

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TPN

176
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What osmolarity is the limit for PPN

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900mosm/L

177
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What should the RD be concerned with re: Cisplatin

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increasing water needs,
check renal fx and electrolytes (provide selenium to reduce kidney toxicity),
SIADH, N/V/D, dysgeusia, HLD/CVD risk

178
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What type of EN to provide with esophageal surgeries

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J Tube

179
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When to provide post-pyloric EN feeds

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gastroparesis, gastric outlet/duodenal obstruction, fistulas

180
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When to use TPN in Stem Cell Tx

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GI toxicity, refractory gut GVHD

181
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where do you report adverse effects of dietary supplements?

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medwatch

182
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Which cancer is most common in PEDS

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leukemia

183
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Which cancer is the second leading cause of cancer and cancer death in women?

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breast

184
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Which cancer therapies can cause thromboembolic issues and hot flashes?

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tamoxifen, aromasin, femara, anastrozole

185
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which dietary supplemnets are considered unsafe/illegal?

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chaparral, ephedra, comfrey

186
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Which foods may benefit Tamoxifen?

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soy, flax

187
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Which growth chart do you use for PEDS (0-2 years) and (2-20 years)

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(0-2) WHO ht/age, weight/ht (2-20) CDC charts

188
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Which is the detoxifying enzyme?

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glutathione S transferase

189
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Which malnutrition assessment tool is used in PEDS?

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subjective global nutrition assessment (SGNA)

190
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Which nutrients are of most concern in PEDS

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Ca, D

191
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Which surgery can increase the risk of bacterial overgrowth

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colon

192
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Who accredits CA centers?

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ACOS (Commission on CA)

193
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Whole grains can help prevent which cancer?

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colorectal

194
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Nutrition side effects of: Adriamycin

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N/V/D, loss of appetite, mucositits

195
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Nutrition side effects of: Bleomycin

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N/V, loss of appetite, wt loss, mucositis

196
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Nutrition side effects of: Cetuximab

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N/V/D, loss of appetite, low Mg, cardiac/respiratory distress

197
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Nutrition side effects of: Mitomycin

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N/V/D, loss of appetite, mucositis, shortness of breath, renal/lung toxicity, discolored urine

198
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Nutrition side effects of: Sorafenib

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N/V/D, loss of appetite

199
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Nutrition side effects of: Topotecan

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N/V/D, loss of appetite, mucositis

200
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Nutrition side effects of: Aletuzumab

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Hypotension, Anemia; given for B-Cell Lymphoma

201
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Nutrition side effects of: Taxol

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may decrease Mg, K levels; may cause N/V, fatigue

202
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Nadir

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typically refers to low white blood count

203
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FOLFIRINOX: what type(s) of cancers, what treatments compromise this regimen, micronutrient concerns?

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Pancreatic; Folinic Acid + 5FU + Irinotecan + Oxaliplatin. Check for Calcium, Magnesium.

204
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Name the 3 most common medicinal mushrooms beneficial to the cancer population.

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maitake, shittake, enokitake

205
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What is the Budwig Diet?

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flaxseed, cottage cheese; avoids meat/poultry/overt animal products

206
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What is the Essiac Plan?

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essiac tea 1-3x daily; may include laxatives

207
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What is the Gerson Protocol?

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15-20lbs fruit and vegetable juice consumed daily, up to 5 coffee enemas daily, use of digestive enzymes

208
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What is the Gonzalez Diet?

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extracts from animal organs; use of digestive enzymes; coffee enemas

209
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What is the Livingston-Wheeler Diet?

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Uses a “vaccine” made from patient’s own blood/urine; mostly vegetarian

210
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What is the Macrobiotic Diet?

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organic, plant-based, fish/seafood acceptable

211
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What is the Raw Diet?

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foods may be heated no more than to 105 degrees F; Vegan diet

212
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Primary Role of Protein Target Therapies

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Therapies that signal internal cellular pathway targets to cause cell apoptosis

213
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Primary Role of Cytokines

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Stimulates a broad immune response to encourage cell growth and destroy target (cancer) cells

214
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Primary Role of Angiogenesis Inhibitors

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Hinders the formation of new blood vessels to tumors

215
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Primary Role of Monoclonal Antibodies

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Signal external cellular pathway targets (outside of cell) to activate internal pathways to cause cell apoptosis

216
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Components of R-CHOP

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Rituxan, Cyclophosphamide, Doxorubicin, Oncovin, Prednisone