Non-Pain I Flashcards
what is the average number of symptoms for advanced CA pts
10-13
what symptoms are often unerevaluated
pain, fatigue, depression, anorexia, early satiety, and delirium
how is dyspnea affected as death approaches
gets worse
what is the gold standard on dyspnea
self-report
BREATH mnemic for casues od dyspnea
bronchospasm rales reffusion airway obstruction thick secretion hemoglobin low
AIR nmeonic for dyspnea
anxiety
interpersonal issues
religious concerns
treatments for dyspnea
oxygen opiodis anxiolytics complimentaty non-invasive ventilator
obstruction dysphagia
solids progressing to liquids
neurologic dysphagia
simultaneous solids and liquids
what is the best type of management for dysphagia
conservative management
reversible causes of anorexia
Aches and pains Nausea Oral candidiasis Reactive depression Evcuation problems Xerostomia Iatrogenic Acid-related
What are some appetite stimulant medications
megestrol acetate corticosteriods eicosapentaenoic acid thalidomide cannabinoids
does ANH help with decubitus ulcers?
no
what percentage of patients can nausea and vomiting be controlled
over 90%
what locations can nausea and vomiting come from
cerebral cortex
vestibular apparatus
chemoreceptor trigger zone
GI tract
