Oncology Pt. 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is carcinoma
A
Cancer that starts in skin or in the tissues that line or cover internal organs
2
Q
What is lymphoma
A
Cancer of the lympathic system
3
Q
What is multiple myeloma
A
A type of bone marrow cancer
4
Q
T/F: Cisplatin causes nephrotoxicity
A
False: Cisplatin causes nephrotoxicity AND ototoxicity AND neurotoxicity
5
Q
What oncology is most associated with hand foot syndrome
A
Flurouracil and capecitabine (capecitabine is a prodrug of flurouracil)
6
Q
What is a side effect that is associated oncology drug induced neuropathy
A
Constipation
7
Q
What drug can be deadly if given intrathecaly
A
Vinicristine
