Oncology Flashcards

1
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Osteosarcoma

A

Cancer in long bones

Extremely aggressive

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2
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Lymphoma

A

Cancer of the lymphocyte

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3
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Cytotoxic

A

Drugs that interfere with cell division

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4
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Golden rules for handling cytotoxic drugs

A
Store agents in a seperate refrigerator or compartment. 
Keep in zip lock or other sealable bags 
Pregnant women shouldn’t handle 
Women of childbearing handle with care 
Never recap needles 
No eating or drinking nearby 
Label, label, label.
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5
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Neoplasia

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Abnormal growth of tissue into a mass that is not responsive to normal cellular control

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