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kodithompson

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A patient is receiving targeted therapy for cancer and is told about apoptosis. The nurse explains that apoptosis refers to ________ cells.
 
  a. duplication of cancer
  b. slow, planned death of cancer
  c. increase in the replication of normal
  d. decrease in the blood flow to cancer

Question 2

A patient with colon cancer is being treated with bevacizumab (Avastin). The nurse monitors for nephrotic syndrome, a known side effect of this medication, by:
 
  a. assessing for proteinuria.
  b. frequently taking vital signs.
  c. maintaining strict intake and output.
  d. assessing for dehydration.


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javimendoza7

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Apoptosis refers to the slow, planned death of cancer cells.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Proteinuria is a sign of nephrotic syndrome in which the basement membranes of the nephrons have increased permeability, allowing protein to escape.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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