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MDC3 Exam 2Review Questions
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Solutions Graded
A+
Denning [Date] [Course title]
,Neck Cancer Assessment - Answer: history of tobacco use
history of alcohol use
support system
family history of cancer
CBC
bleeding times
urinalysis
blood chemistry
X-ray
CT with contrast
Larnyngoscopy
Tumor mapping
Biopsy
Neck Cancer Warning signs - Answer: Pain, lump in the mouth/throat/neck
difficulty swallowing
color change of tongue/mouth
Oral lesions for more than 2 weeks
unexplained oral bleeding
Numbness of mouth/lips/face
changes in the fit of dentues
Hoarseness
SOB
weight loss
persistent sore throat
Neck cancer Interventions - Answer: Prevent airway obstruction
Surgery
Radiation
, Chemo
Monitor gas exchange
ABGs
Communication techniques if unable to speak
Monitor for hemorrhage post-surgery
Monitor skin flap if present
Neck Cancer pre-op - Answer: Explain the surgical procedure
The importance of oral care
Neck cancer Education - Answer: Fowlers/Semi-Fowlers
avoid exposing radiation therapy sight to the sun
oral care
surgery last minimum of 8 hours
Peritonsillar abscess - Answer: Collection of pus or fluid around the tonsil
Peritonsillar abscess treatment - Answer: outpatient with antibiotics (can be ineffective)
Possible steroids to reduce swelling and possible drainage of abscess
Pain control. Topical anesthetics, OTC analgesics, and opioids
Pt may need liquid meds if swallowing is difficult
Hospitalization is needed when the airway is endangered or when the infection does not respond to
antibiotic therapy
Possible tonsillectomy
Laryngectomy Pre-op care - Answer: Psychosocial prep
Laryngectomy Post-op care - Answer: Airway maintenance and gas exchange
Wound, flap, reconstructive tissue care
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