LUNG CANCER

The leading cause of cancer death among men and women Begins when cells in the lung grow out of control and form a tumor.Fatigue (tiredness) ,Cough ,Shortness of breath ,Chest pain,Loss of appetite,Coughing and Hemoptysis are symptoms of lung cancer.If cancer has spread, symptoms include bone pain, difficulty breathing, abdominal or back pain, headache, weakness, and speech difficulties.almost all patients will have a tumor in the lung, a chest x-ray or CT scan of the chest is performed . The diagnosis must be confirmed with a biopsy.The location of all sites of cancer is determined by additional CT scans, PET (positron emission tomography) scans, and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).It is important to find out if cancer started in the lung or somewhere else in the body. Cancer arising in other parts of the body can spread to the lung as well.Two main types of lung cancer are small cell and non small cell. Small cell lung cancer in all stages is not good prognosis.Treatment depends on the stage and type of lung cancer are Surgery , Chemotherapy and Radiation therapy. Lung cancer is usually treated with a combination of therapies.Nurses of the health care team can help patients and families cope with a diagnosis of lung cancer and support them.Patients with lung cancer face the risk of cancer growing back or the development of a new lung cancer. All patients must follow up with their doctors for regular x-rays, scans, and check-ups Nurse’ s role with client with lung cancer is very important. Nurse must be encourage them to Quitting smoking and eating small amounts of high-calorie foods frequency and concerving energy.Patient education especially breathing exercises, coughing, using drug and relaxation techniques are very important for nurses.

LUNG CANCER Keywords:

Lung cancer , tumor , small cell , non smallcell , nursing role , patient education