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Desolo Desolo
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9 years ago
The nurse is precepting a new graduate nurse at an ambulatory pediatric hematology/oncology clinic. Which of the following cardinal signs of cancer in children should the nurse make the new nurse aware of? Select all that apply.
a.   Sudden tendency to bruise easily
b.   Transitory, generalized pain
c.   Frequent headaches
d.   Excessive, rapid weight gain
e.   Gradual, steady fever
f.   Unexplained loss of energy

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9 years ago
(a), (c), (e), (f)

The following are signs of CHILD CANCER:

Continued, unexplained weight loss
Headaches, often with early morning vomiting
Increased swelling or persistent pain in the bones, joints, back, or legs
Lump or mass, especially in the abdomen, neck, chest, pelvis, or armpits
Development of excessive bruising, bleeding, or rash

Constant, frequent, or persistent infections
A whitish color behind the pupil
Nausea that persists or vomiting without nausea
Constant tiredness or noticeable paleness
Eye or vision changes that occur suddenly and persist
Recurring or persistent fevers of unknown origin
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9 years ago Edited: 9 years ago, bio_man
A, C, F
The cardinal signs of cancer in children include a sudden tendency to bruise easily; frequent headaches, often with vomiting; and an unexplained loss of energy. Other cardinal signs include persistent, localized pain; excessive, rapid weight loss; and a prolonged, unexplained fever.
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