Care II / MDC 2 – Rasmussen UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and
CORRECT Answers
leukemia blood forming cells
adenocarcinoma glandular organ
lymphomas lymph tissues
carcinomas epithelial tissue
myelomas plasma cells
originate in soft tissues such as muscle, blood cells, bone
sarcomas
and connective tissue.
Cancer classification: T-N-M Tumor-Node-Metastasis
exposure to carcinogens, genetic predisposition, immuni-
Cancer etiology
ty,
chemical carcinogens, physical carcinogens, viral carcino-
external factors causing cancer
gens,
personal factors and cancer development immunity, age and genetic risk
2 things patient with family history of cancer to focus on. primary prevention and genetic testings.
Avoiding tobacco products, HPV vaccines, avoid those
primary prevention
know carcinogen
Screenings. colonoscopy, pap smear, mammogram Secondary prevention
Avoid excessive fat, Avoid nitrates, minimize red meat, limit
Dietary Habits to reduce risk
alcohol intake,
change in b/b habits, a sore that doesnt heal, unusual i,
thickening or presence of lump, indigestion or diflculty
Warning signs of Cancer (CAUTION)
swallowing, obvious change in wart or mole, nagging
cough or hoarness
immunity and clotting, GI function, peripheral nerve sen-
impact of cancer on physical function sory function, central motor& sensory deficits, respiratory