The nurse assesses the patient that has recently finished chemotherapy & radiation & sees the following. What is it & what other info do you want?
Petechia, dot like rash caused by microbleeds under the skin. Assess for other s/s or reports of bleeding. Review labs.
The nurse notes the patient has decreased oral intake x 48 hours. On assessment the nurse notes the following. What is this called & what causes it?
Stomatitis or oral mucositis. This can be caused by cancer treatment (chemo/radiation) or severe neutropenia.
The nurse is caring for a patient with a large mediastinal mass. The patient reports their face, neck & shoulders are swollen every morning. What's wrong with this patient?
Suspicious for superior vena cava syndrome. Can you think of the causes & treatments?