Oncological Emergencies Flashcards by Melisa Kenber | Brainscape

Q

What is the corrected calcium?

A

Serum calcium - Albumin

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What are early signs of hypercalcaemia?

A

N+V
Thirst/polyruia
Constipation
Lethargy

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What are the signs for cauda equina?

A

Saddle anaesthesia
Hypotonia
Hyporeflexia

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Q

What type of bone lesion causes hypercalcaemia?

A

Lytic not sclerotic

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Q

What can you give to reduce symptoms of anaemia

A

Recombinant erythropoitin

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