Ovarian Cancer

Which statements by a client who just had chemotherapy for ovarian cancer require further teaching?

• “I use a soft bristled toothbrush to prevent gum bleeding.”

• “I stay in bed all day because I don’t want to get tired and nauseous.”

• “I use sunscreen and wear a hat whenever I go outside of the house.”

• “I make sure I eat small, bland, and thoroughly cooked meals.”

What are the 3 primary types of Ovarian Cancer, based on their cell types?

• Germ Cell Tumors

• Stromal Cell Tumors

• Epithelial Tumors

• Myometrial Tumors

What is a hormonal factor that contributes to the development of Ovarian Cancer?

• Postmenopausal state altering estrogen/progesterone

• Postmenopausal state altering testosterone

• Premenopausal state altering testosterone

• Premenopausal state altering estrogen/progesterone

How can social isolation impact this patient's treatment?

• Develop the patient's sense of independence

• Decrease the patient's adherence to follow-up appointments

• Motivate the patient to seek out medical advice

• Increase the patient's sense of peace and happiness

Which of the following actions made by the nurse would show compassion to the patient's coping strategies?

• Encouraging herbal supplements that are safe during treatment

• Discouraging the use a acupuncture because it isn't scientifically proven

• Suggesting that she must receive medical treatment without any alterations

• Informing her that western medication is the best and herbs do not work

Which of these options is NOT considered culturally inclusive?

• Acknowledging cultural practices and beliefs

• Use of a medical interpretor

• Dismissing unnecessary traditions

• Using open-ended questions when talking about her beliefs

Which of the following are aspects of immunotherapy that might encourage the patient to agree to therapy?

• Considered to be a more natural approach

• Can be used along side herbal supplements

• Does not cause any extreme side effects

• It can only be used after chemotherapy has failed

Which of the following solutions would help with the priority hypothesis of chronic pain?

• Encouraging the use of acupuncture

• Discussion of types of medications used for pain

• Only offering pharmaceutical pain management

• Education on herbal remedies that are safe to use

Which baseline tests are required before the start of the Carboplatin and Paclitaxel chemotherapy?

• BUN

• CBC w/ differential

• Creatinine

• INR