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Uncontrolled cellular division Cancer
Branch of science that deals with the study, treatment, diagnosis and prevention of cancer Oncology
First Phase of Cell Cycle -longest phase Interphase
Cellular growth G1
DNA Synthesis S
Preparation for mitosis G2
Actual cellular division Mitosis
nuclear division Karyokinesis
cytoplasmic division Cytokinesis
fluid filled organ in the cell Cytoplasm
Resting Phase G0
Production of cancer Theory of cancer causation Carcinogenesis
3 Theory of cancer causation Initiation Promotion Progression
TRANSFORMED CELL initial cellular mutation occurs irreversible Initiation
NEOPLASTCI LESION cancer cells stimulated to divide even further Reversible Stage Promotion
MALIGNANT TUMOR cancer cells compete with one another to survive IRREVERSIBLE poor prognosis Progression
cells shrink in size cause by 1. dec. oxygen, nerve and blood supply nutrients 2. aging 3. prolonged immobilization 4. dec. use of cells; wear and tear Atrophy
cells increase in size Hypertrophy
cells increase in amount (dumadami) PRE MALIGNANT ex. BPH Hyperplasia
MALIGNANT; no basement membrane Neoplasia aka Anaplasia
Once cell type is CONVERTED/REPLACED/TRANSFORMED into another cell type Metaplasia
Bizarre cell growth complete alteration of cells in terms of size, shape, color and amount PRE MALIGNANT Has Basement Membrane Dysplasia
Achieve and maintain healthy weight gain Adopt a physically active lifestyle Consume healthy diet Limit consumption of alcoholic beverages Primary Prevention
Screening and early detection Secondary Prevention
Preventing recurrence Assessment for development of second malignancies Tertiary Prevention
Warning Sign of Cancer CAUTION US
type of cancer alteration of constipation/diarrhea Colorectal Cancer
Under colorectal cancer, change in the shape of the stool Pencil shaped stools
Strongest Risk factor for colorectal cancer Cigarette Smoking
Most severe skin cancer Melanoma
ABCDE Assessment Tool Asymmetry Borders (Irregular) Color (black or brown) Diameter (N: <5mm-diameter of monggol 2 pencil) Evolving
PH level of semen Alkaline
Tumors are totally ___ check breast, testicles and lymph nodes Painless
Most common location of warts or moles in elderly Scalp (check during salon/haircut) Behind the ears
Most common location of warts or moles in boys Nape
Most common location of warts or moles in adults Upper Back
what type of cancer has hoarseness of voice Laryngeal Cancer
Type of Cancer with barking cough Lung Cancer
Muscle Wasting > inc. metabolism in cancer cell Cachexia
Tumor Grading Well Differentiated BENIGN closely resemble the cells of the tissues to which it came from Grade 1
Tumor Grading Moderately Differentiated Grade 2
Tumor Grading Poorly Differentiated Grade 3
Tumor Grading Undifferentiated MALIGNANT look nothing like the normal cells Grade 4
Most common management for Cancer Surgery
The only confirmatory test for Cancer Biopsy
Type of Biopsy solid tumors-lungs, liver, breast, thyroid Fine Needle Aspiration
Type of Biopsy deep tissue samples-skin, vulva Punch
Type of Biopsy superficial tissue sample Shave
Type of Biopsy large tumors-portion of tumor is removed Incisional
Type of Biopsy Entire tumor is removed Excisional
Type of Biopsy for leukemia and lymphoma Bone Marrow Aspiration
Most preferred site for Bone Marrow Aspiration -avoid for pedia <12 years old -for pedia Posterior Illiac Crest Sternum/Breastbone Tibia
Risk reduction surgery Prophylactic
Attempt to improve function or for cosmetic effect Reconstructive
relieving symptoms and improve QOL Palliative
responsive to radiation should be sensitive Radiosentive
difficult to kill, malignant should be resistant Radioresistant
NI for Alopecia -if temporary hair loss > tell the pt. hair will grow again Improve self esteem-offer wigs, scarves and hats
Stomatitis, Oral Mucositis, Esophagitis Radiation Induced Enteritis > DIARRHEA > low fiber diet Use warm, non alcoholic mouth wash Avoid hot, rough spicy, acidic foods soft, bland diet, small frequent feeding
Skin Cells: Radiation Induced Dermatitis Nursing Intervention Avoid powders, lotion(any type), chemical irritants (vicks, katinko) Avoid extreme of temp > dryness > pruritus
Radiosensitive Normal Cells Connective tissues, brain cells. sensory cells, nerve cells
More common than Internal patient is not radioactive happens in sessions External Radiation Therapy/Teletherapy
Type of Radiation Therapy IMPLANT; localized SEALED: Internal Radiation Therapy/Brachytherapy
Type of Radiation Therapy IV/Oral; Pt. himself is RADIOACTIVE even body fluid as well > FLUSH THE TOILET TWICE UNSEALED; Internal Radiation Therapy/Brachytherapy
NI if implant fell during activity Pick up the implant using long handle forceps and put it in a lead lined container > REFER
NI if implant fell and can not be find in the room Notify safety radiation team Complete bed rest without bathroom privileges
DTS PRINCIPLE Distance Time Shield Distance: 6 ft away from the pt., private room away from nurse station Time: 30 min/shift, cluster activities Shield: Lead shield, dosimeter badge, ALLOW VISITORS > follow DTS Principle (avoid pedia, pregnant = teratogenic, immunocompromised visitors
Indicator Radiation Exposure Color White Single Use Dosimeter Badge
Most common side effect of radiation therapy Fatigue
Drug therapy; administration of anti-neoplastic drugs to manage cancer Chemotherapy
Most effective management of cancer Chemotherapy
Breast Cancer Medication Tamoxifen
Most Dangerous type of cell cycle Cell Cycle Non-specific
Chemo Fog Neurotoxicity
Most common side effects of chemotherapy Nausea and Vomiting > adm. antiemetics 30 min. before chemo > ondansetron IV, metoclopramide IV
NI for chemodrugs due to photosensitivity Protect from direct sunlight, cover the iv bottle and line
Antidote for Cyslosphosphamide Mesna IV > inc. OFI
Most Common cancer worldwide Breast Cancer
Xray of the breast avoid powders and deodorant on the day of procedure Mammography 40-44; option to start screening 45-54; required annually 55 and above; Bienially (every 2 years, every other year) High risk with fam history: 30 y o anually
CA 125 (Ovarian, Breast, No Cancer) Screening only, not reliable Tumor marker test
BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 Gene: Prostate and Ovarian Genetic Testing
IMAGING TEST fastest and low cost CT Scan
IMAGING TEST uses magnetic waves and better details >remove metallic objects (jewelries, implants, prosthetics) if claustrophobic: sedate MRI
IMAGING TEST uses radioisotopes, not only structural-functional abnormalities but also metabolic abnormalities, most expensive PET Scan
IMAGING TEST sound waves > drink 4 glasses of water without voiding - Pelvic and Abdominal Ultrasound Ultrasound
In Breast cancer what quadrant is usually affected under biopsy UPPER OUTER QUADRANT
Orange Peel Skin Peau D' Orange
removal of breast tissue + nipple areola complex + axillary lymph node Modified Radical Mastectomy
Remove everything (common in stage 4 breast cancer) Radical Mastectomy
Prophylactic; Benign; Removal of breast tissue +nipple areola complex Total Mastectomy
Everything is intact; tumor only removed; cosmetic effects; stage 1 breast cancer Lumpectomy
Most preferred method for Brest Self Examination Circular motion
Hard Pea sized nodule or irregularities palpated on rectal examination Prostate Cancer
The procedure involves insertion of a scope into the urethra to exercise prostatic tissue Transurethral Resection of the Prostate
Removal of the prostate gland by an abdominal incision with a bladder incision Suprapubic Prostatectomy
Removal of the prostate gland by a low abdominal incision without opening the bladder Retropubic Prostatectomy
Prostate gland is removed through an incisional made between the scrotum and anus Perineal Prostatectomy
Early detection of Testicular Cancer Monthly Testicular Self Exam
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