Click to highlight the findings in the nurses' note that indicate warning signs of cancer.
Nurses' NotesClient sitting in chair at bedside with complaint of persistent indigestion. No respiratory distress
noted. Client stated they have had aconsistent cough that has been present for several months and has not
gotten better over time. Moderate amounts of blood noted in sputum and mouth on occasion with cough.
Stated they do not like the cold weather outside because it has started making their knees hurt and they are
stiff when they walk at first. Requested soup for dinner so it is easier to swallow because they feel like they
have a lump in their throat that gets in the way sometimes. Client asked to use the bathroom. Assisted to toilet
and placed call light cord in hand. - anspersistent indigestion
consistent cough that has been present for several months and has not gotten better over time
blood noted in sputum and mouth
requested soup for dinner so it is easier to swallow
lump in their throat that gets in the way sometimes
Drag the systemic therapy treatment options that are appropriate for this client to the boxes on the right. -
ansHormone therapy
Targeted drugs
Chemotherapy
For each cancer treatment option, click to indicate if the treatment option is aimed to cure, control, or be
palliative.
Multimodality therapy to stop the spread of the cancer
Tumor debulking surgery to relieve pain and pressure
Ongoing maintenance therapy to slow rate of tumor growth
Chemotherapy administration to eradicate the cancer - ansControl
Palliative
Control
Cure
The charge nurse on the outpatient chemotherapy infusion unit has been made aware of the following client
, situations. Which client should the nurse assist first?
A client with a feeling of heaviness in the chest and muted heart sounds
A client reporting loneliness who has no family at the bedside
A client with severe nausea that is uncontrolled by the prescribed antiemetic
A client with newly developed bleeding gums and oral mucosal sores - ansA client with a feeling of heaviness in
the chest and muted heart sounds
The nurse creates a plan of care for a client in the _________ stage of cancer development. - ansprogression
The nurse is caring for a client on the oncology unit who has cachexia. Which meal and snack selection
recommendations does the nurse plan to discuss with the client to help minimize further weight loss and
increase energy? Select all that apply.
Fish with potato and cottage cheese
Sushi with fresh fruit
Oatmeal with sugar and butter
Bagel with cream cheese
Yogurt with dried fruit and granola
Biscuits with gravy and sausage
Raw broccoli with rice - ansFish with potato and cottage cheese
Oatmeal with sugar and butter
Bagel with cream cheese
Yogurt with dried fruit and granola
Biscuits with gravy and sausage
The nurse is caring for a client on the oncology unit who is receiving chemotherapy. The nurse plans to include
which in the client's care plan to promote best client outcomes during treatment? Select all that apply.
Oral mucosa assessments
Low-protein diet