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CANCER
Disease process that begins when an abnormal cell is transformed by the genetic mutation of the cellular DNA MALIGNANT neoplasms Manifestations are r/t the system affected & degree of disruption Ranks third in leading cause of morbidity & mortality in the Philippines Occurs at any age but with 75% of cancers occuring after 50
A normal cell divides only approximately 60 times but a single CANCER cell can divide indefinitely, hence huge mass of tissue can arise Cancer grow & metastisize thru:
Directly extending into adjacent tissues Invading nearby body cavity Invading along lymphatic vessels Traveling via lymphatic vessels to lymph nodes Traveling via blood vessels to any part of the body but usually to the lungs, liver & bones
RISK FACTORS
AGE occurs at any age but incidence increases with age; except for ALL young Sex significant differences exist Race skin color, diet, customs Occupational asbestos, uranium cause lung cancer Health habits Family history SocioSocio-economic status Lifestyle
STAGES OF TUMORS
I: tumor <2cm, (-) lymph node involvement, no (detectable metastases II: tumor >2cm but <5cm, (-) or (+) unfixed (lymph node involvement, no detectable metastases III: large tumor >5cm, tumor of any size with invasion of skin or chest wall or (+) fixed lymph node involvement in the clavicular area without evidence of metastases IV: tumor of any size, (+)/(-) lymph node (+)/(involvement, distant metastases
Nursing Diagnoses
Impaired tissue integrity r/t effects of tx & dse Imbalanced Nutrition: LBR r/t anorexia, malabsorption, cachexia Pain, chronic r/t disease & tx effects Fatigue r/t physical & psychological stressors Anticipatory grieving r/t expected loss & altered role function Disturbed body image r/t changes in appearance & role functions
Hopelessness terminally ill Powerlessness unable to do things Knowledge Deficit upon admission
Nursing Interventions
Maintaining tissue integrity Managing stomatitis Managing malignant skin lesions Promoting nutrition Relieving pain Decreasing fatigue Improving body image & self-esteem selfAssisting in grieving Monitoring & managing potential complications
Managing stomatitis
Good oral hygiene Brush with soft-bristled toothbrush & non-abrasive softnontoothpaste Avoid alcohol-based mouth rinses, hot & spicy foods alcohol Lubricate pt s lips Adequate food & fluid intake
Addressing alopecia
Encourage pt to acquire a wig or hairpiece before hair loss occurs so replacement matches pt s own hair Suggest use of scarves & hats
Promoting nutrition
Consider pt s preferences as well as physiologic & metabolic requirements in selecting foods Small frequent feedings
Improving body image & self-esteem self Encourage pt to express any (-) feelings ( Encourage pts who are experiencing disturbances in sexuality & sexual function to share & discuss concerns openly with their partner
BLADDER CANCER
Seen more frequently in people ages 50-70 50Affects men more than women Usually arise at the base of the bladder & involve ureteral orifices & bladder neck Predominant cause: cigarette smoking Cancers arising from the prostate, colon & rectum in men & from lower gynecologic tract in women may metastasize to the bladder
Clinical Manifestations
Gross PAINLESS HEMATURIA most common Frequency in urination, urgency dysuria Pelvic or back pain may occur with metastasis Lab data: elevated acid phosphatase
BREAST CANCER
Starts with genetic alteration in a single cell & may take 2 years to become palpable RF:
Prolonged exposure to hormonal stimulation early menarche (before 12), nulliparity, 1st birth after 30 years, late menopause (after 55), breast implants, oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, cigarette smoking, high fat diet
Protective Factors: regular vigorous exercise (dec body fat), pregnancy before age 30, breastfeeding Clinical Manifestations:
Lesions nontender, fixed, hard & with irregular borders; most often occur in upper outer quadrant, left breast Pain usually absent except in later stages Some women may have no symptoms & no palpable lump but have abnormal mammogram Dimpling, orange-peel skin (peau d orange), orangeasymmetry & elevation of affected breast, nipple retraction, lesions fixed to chest wall, ulceration & metastasis
RightRight-sided lesions:
dull abdominal pain, melena
LeftLeft-sided lesions:
obstruction, abdominal pain & cramping, narrowing stools, constipation, distention, bright red blood in stool
Rectal lesions:
tenesmus, rectal pain, bloody stool
LARYNGEAL CANCER
RF: male gender, age 50-70 years, tobacco 50use, alcohol use, vocal straining, chronic laryngitis, industrial exposure to carcinogens Early manifestation: hoarseness Pain & burning in the throat when drinking hot liquids & citrus juices, tickling sensation Lump felt in the neck Late symptoms: dysphagia, dyspnea, persistent hoarseness of voice
RF: tobacco smoke, second-hand smoke, secondenvironmental pollution, asbestos, COPD, PTB Initial manifestations: chronic, nagging cough
OVARIAN CANCER
Usually diagnosed in advanced stage; peaks at 50s Oral contraceptives protective effect RF: high fat diet, nulliparity, smoking, alcohol, infertility Initially asymptomatic; vague abdominal pain like indigestion, flatulence, fullness after a light meal
PROSTATE CANCER
Most common cancer in MEN Usually aymptomatic Stony, hard fixed lesion Dysuria, decreased size & force of urinary stream Hematuria, painful ejaculation Lab data: elevated PSA, acid phosphatase PSA,
SKIN CANCER
Malignant primary tumor of the skin mainly caused by prolonged exposure to the sun or other carcinogenic agents Initial manifestations:
Squamous cell carcinoma small red nodular lesions that begin as erythematous macule or plaque
TESTICULAR CANCER
Most common cancer in men 15-35 years 15Malignancy in testes usually a/w cryptorchidism Initial manifestation: mass or lump, painless swelling & enlargement of testes, accompanied by sensation of heaviness in the scrotum Lab data: elevated HCG, AFP
TESTICULAR SELF-EXAM SELFDone once a month while having a warm bath or standing in front of the mirror after bath (so testicles will sag) Cancer of the testes spongy on palpation Normal: SMOOTH testicles; unequal, left is lower
LYMPHOMA
Hodgkin s Epstein barr virus Reed Sternberg cells are present NonNon-Hodgkin s Helicobacter pylori infection
Cause: UK; malignancy of lymph nodes Painless enlargement of lymph nodes (cervical/sentinel) Fever without chills, fatigue Tx: chemo
SCREENING TESTS
TSE: males, 13 Pap Smear: females, 18 BSE: females, 20 Mammogram: females; baseline: 3535-40 DRE: males, 40 yearly to dx prostate cancer Stool for guaiac: M/F, 50 up
a. b. c. d.
Among the following diagnostic results, which is most suggestive of colorectal cancer? Painless hematuria Presence of occult blood in the stool Increased levels of acid phosphatase Indigestion
A client with nagging cough makes an appointment to see the physician after reading that this symptom is one of the warning signs of cancer? a. persistent nausea b. rash c. indigestion d. chronic pain
A client with a family history of cancer asks the nurse what the single most important risk factor for cancer is. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse discuss? a. family history b. lifestyle choices c. age d. hormonal events