Radiotherapy + chemotherapy Flashcards by ryan seed | Brainscape

Q

Explain radiotherapy to a patient

A

High energy X-Ray Treatment

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Q

What is the point of “palliative” radiotherapy / chemotherapy

A

To help symptom control

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Q

What are the 3 concepts to say to the patient who is going to have radiotherapy:

A

Invisible

Silent

Pain free to receive

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