Treatment Plan for Rectal Cancer
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, VSIM Feedback Log: Marvin Hayes
Diagnosis: Rectal Cancer
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1. Patient Overview
Name: Marvin Hayes
Age: 62 years
Gender: Male
Primary Diagnosis: Rectal Cancer (Adenocarcinoma)
Admitting Complaint: Rectal bleeding, changes in bowel habits, and
unintentional weight loss.
Background:
Mr. Hayes was admitted for evaluation of rectal bleeding and altered
bowel habits, including narrow stools and constipation alternating with
diarrhea. He reports fatigue and a 10-pound unintentional weight loss
over the last month. A colonoscopy revealed a rectal mass, and a biopsy
confirmed adenocarcinoma of the rectum. He is scheduled for surgery
and possible chemotherapy.
2. Objective Data
Vital Signs:
• BP: 128/78 mmHg
• HR: 88 bpm