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LYMPHOMA (CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS (Fever, Itchy skin, Persistent fatigue,…
LYMPHOMA
CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS
Fever
Itchy skin
Persistent fatigue
Shortness of breath
Painless swelling of the lymph nodes
Unexplained weight loss
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
Blood tests
Lymph node biopsy
Biopsy
Imaging tests
Physical examination
PHARMACOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT
Vinblastine
Dexamethasone
Doxomibicin
Bendamustine
Prednisone
NURSING INTERVENTIONS
Place patients in a semifowlers position
Instruct and assist with deep-breathing techniques
Assess and monitor respiration
Monitor signs of infection
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Cells multiply rapidly
Causing many diseased lymphocytes that continues multiplying
Genetic mutation occurs
Causing the lymph nodes, spleen and liver to swell
MANAGEMENT
Chemotherapy
Radiation therapy
Active surveillance
Bone marrow transplant
PREVENTION
Eating a healthy diet
Avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation
Maintain a normal weight
DEFINITION
Cancer of the lymphatic system