AVN 1320 Week 7 Flashcardzizz

Front

What are some causes of anorexia and weight loss in cancer patients? Options: Cancer progression, Chemotherapy, Radiation, All of the above

Back

All of the above

Front

Fill in the blank: Nurses play a critical role in ______ and educating about cancer complications.

Back

managing

Front

Which of the following is a recommended nursing intervention for anorexia and weight loss in cancer patients? Encourage 1.5 g/kg protein intake/day, Large, infrequent meals, Avoid all oral supplements, Discourage seeing a dietitian

Back

Encourage 1.5 g/kg protein intake/day

Front

Older adults are at higher risk for anorexia and weight loss during cancer treatment.

Back

True

Front

What is a common intervention for mucositis and stomatitis during cancer treatment?

Back

Oral cryotherapy during chemo

Front

Fill in the blank: Nausea from chemotherapy may persist for ______ days.

Back

1–7

Front

Which medication is recommended for mild to moderate diarrhea caused by chemotherapy? Options: Loperamide, Octreotide, Dexamethasone, Salivart

Back

Loperamide

Front

Fill in the blank: Constipation during cancer treatment can be caused by certain drugs such as ______ and paclitaxel.

Back

vincristine

Front

Increasing fiber intake is an intervention for constipation during cancer treatment.

Back

True

Front

What are the symptoms of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)? Options: Sensory loss, pain, gait issues, ED, taste loss, severe constipation.

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Sensory loss, pain, gait issues, ED, taste loss, severe constipation.