Oncology Flashcards
No spread to lymph nodes or other tissues. Which stage?
Early Stage 1
Tumor cells spread to nearby tissue. Mass may have grown in size. Spread to lymph nodes. Which stage?
Localized stage 2
Cancer affects more surrounding tissue. May have grown and spread to lymph nodes away from the mass. Which stage?
Regional spread stage 3
Cancer spreads to other tissues/ organs beyond initial location. Sometimes called “advanced” or “metastic” cancer. Which stage?
Distant spread stage 4
Tissue of the bone marrow
Myeloid
Arises from the myeloid tissue
myeloma
Arises from the surface, or epithelium
carcinoma
Arises from the connective tissue
sarcoma
Name 3 “CAUTION” cancer classic warning signs.
N - Nagging cough or hoarseness
I- Indigestion or difficulty swallowing
A - A sore that doesn’t heal
What are the 4 key side effects of chemotherapy.
- Anemia - fatigue
- Thrombocytopenia - bleeding risk
- Neutropenia - immunosuppression
- GI upset - N/V and LOA
Who should handle oral chemo at home?
The client and caregiver
Wear _____ while handling chemo at home.
gloves
(chemo at home) If medication spills, clean the spills ____ _____.
Right Away
(Chemo at home) I medication gets on the skin, wash and rinse using _____ and ______ right away.
soap and water
(chemo at home) Wash anything soiled with bodily fluids ______.
Separately
When cleaning chemo drugs wear? (3)
Googles
face shield
N95
Where should used PPE, IV tubing, and incontinence pads go?
Hazardous waste container
Name 3 internal Radiation Precautions
- Flush the toilet twice after each use
- Drink extra fluids
- Avoid contact with pets
Name 3 Neutropenic precautions
- No LIVE vaccines, avoid invasive procedures
- no visitors or staff with infectious illnesses
- Hand-washing before entering the room
Which Leukemia typically has a poor outcome?
Acute Myelogenous leukemia