NUR 2392 MD2 Study Guide

NUR 2392 MD2 Study Guide
1. Steps of Cellular Regulation for cancer
Answer
Malignant transformation occurs through
*Initiation
1st step in carcinogenesis
-Excessive cell division-Irreversible event that leads to cancer development
Promotion enhanced growth of an initiated cell by substances known as promotors
Progression the continued change of cancer, making it more malignant over time
Metastasis
occurs when cancer cells move from the primary location by breaking off from the original
group and establishing remote colonies.
2. ABCs
Answer
airway, breathing, circulation
3. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Answer
(level 1) Physiological Needs, (level 2) Safety and Security,
(level 3) Relationships, Love and Affection, (level
4) Self Esteem,
(level 5) Self Actualization
4. cancer prevention
Answer
*Primary (minimize the risk)
-Avoidance of known carcinogens (Sun, smoking, ETOH)
-Removal of "at risk" tissue ( suspicious mole)
-Vaccinations(HPV)
Secondary