Week 7: Case Study Oncology

C.J., a 68-year-old female client on your nursing unit, has recently been diagnosed with cancer of the left breast.

1. You enter C.J.’s room and find her crying. She states, “I can’t believe I have cancer.” What actions would you take?

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2. C.J. asks you what treatments and procedures she will most likely experience. How do you respond to her?

3. Before beginning intravenous chemotherapy, what information and instructions will you give to C.J.?

4. C.J. complains of experiencing severe nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy. What measures can be taken to lessen the severity or control the nausea and vomiting?

5. C.J. expresses concern over the expected alopecia (hair loss) from the chemotherapy. How do you respond to her?

Week 7: Case Study Oncology