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What are the ABC's of Moles? - ANSWER Asymmetry
Border irregularity
Color: multiple colors
Diameter Changes: increase 1/4 inch
Evolution: Changes in shape, size, color
What is the #1 diagnositc toll for suspicious lesions to determine
malignancy? - ANSWER Biopsy
What are risk factors for skin cancers? - ANSWER UVL ( Overexposure to the
sun )
Light complexions, light hair
Age ( greater >60 )
What types of questions should be asked for somebody that has a
concerning mole? - ANSWER How long has it been there?
Has it been growing?
What diet is reccomended to reduce risk of cancer? - ANSWER Low sugar
Low fat
High Fiber
,What skin cancers are highly metastatic? - ANSWER Squamous Cell
carcinoma and melanoma
How is skin cancer prevented? - ANSWER avoid tanning beds
use sunscreen
perform annual skin examination if you have moles
Would you rather have bladder cancer or pancreatic cancer? - ANSWER
bladder cancer because it is not near as deadly as pancreatic cancer
How deadly are glioblastomas? - ANSWER very deadly
What is Vena Cava Syndrome? - ANSWER compression of the superior vena
cava by a tumor, interference with venous return and subs engorgement of
vessels of the upper extremities and trunk
What are clinical findings of vena cava syndrome? - ANSWER Periorbital
edema
Edema above the heart
Dysphagia
tightness of throat
What is periorbital edema? - ANSWER swelling around the eyes
What is dysphagia? - ANSWER difficulty swallowing
How is vena cava syndrome managed? - ANSWER -radiation or chemo for
tumor reduction
- steroid therapy
, - elevate HOB, watch respiratory
What are cancer risk factors? - ANSWER Age, genetics, immunologic fx,
smoking, nutrition
What does CAUTION stand for in reference to cancer signs and symptoms? -
ANSWER Change in bowel/bladder habits
A sore that does not heal
Unusual bleeding/discharge
Thickening of breast tissue/lump
Indigestion or dysphagia
Obvious change in wart or mole
Nagging cough or hoarseness
How do we treat pain related to cancer? - ANSWER Opioids- ongoing
prevention
add in Tylenol or ibuprofen if needed
What is a normal PSA level? - ANSWER <4 ng/mL
What is a normal CEA? - ANSWER 0-2.9 nonsmokers
0-5 smokers
What labwork do we need to watch for a cancer patient? - ANSWER
ELectrolytes
WBC will plummet
Platelets
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