What information should the nurse include when reinforcing teaching about decreasing the risk of developing skin cancer?
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A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching about wound care with a family member of a client who is postoperative. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? a.Administer an analgesic following wound care b.Irrigate the wound with povidone iodine. c.Cleanse the wound with a cotton tipped applicator. d.Report purulent drainage to the provider. ; d.Report purulent drainage to the provider. = A nurse is caring for a client who has bacterial meningitis. Upon monitoring the client, which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a.Flaccid neck b.Stooped posture with shuffling gait c.Red macular rash d.Masklike facial expression ; c.Red macular rash = A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for an older adult client who is at risk for osteoporosis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include to prevent bone loss? a. Increase fluid intake. b. Encourage range-of-motion exercises. c. Massage bony prominences. d. Encourage weight-bearing exercises. ; d. Encourage weight-bearing exercises. = A nurse is collecting data from a client and notices several skin lesions. Which of the following findings should the nurse report as possible melanoma? a. Scaly patches b. Silvery white plaques c. Irregular borders d. Raised edges ; c. Irregular borders = A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching to prevent dumping syndrome for a client following a partial gastrectomy for ulcers. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? a.Avoid liquids at mealtimes b.Exclude eating starchy vegetables c.Avoid eating high-protein meals d.Plan to increase intake of sweetened fruits ; a.Avoid liquids at mealtimes = A nurse is collecting data on a client who is scheduled for a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following laboratory levels should the nurse review prior to the procedure? The best way to prevent skin cancer is to avoid excessive exposure to the sun as much as possible — not just when you are at the beach or a swimming pool but every day. Practice skin cancer prevention by:
Broad-spectrum sunscreens protect against both kinds of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation: UVA and UVB rays. Apply two thin coats (about an ounce per application) as part of your daily routine. Don’t forget to reapply the sunscreen every two hours if you’re swimming or sweating. It’s also important to use sunscreen on cloudy days. The UVA and UVB rays can pass through the clouds and damage your skin. Even if it doesn’t look sunny, the rays are there. Risk FactorsThere are several risk factors for developing basal cell carcinoma: Sun Exposure Fair Skin Personal History of Skin Cancer Exposure to Industrial Compounds Weakened Immune System Age Sun ExposureOverexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the single most important cause of skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma. The radiation reaches you by invisible rays, which are part of the energy produced by the sun. There are two kinds of UV radiation: UVA and UVB. Scientists believe that UVB radiation, known for causing sunburns and blistering, causes most skin cancers. Basal cell carcinoma develops most often among people who have been exposed to UVB radiation in particular, especially if the exposure caused sunburns or blistering. People who work outside, spend time at the beach, or participate in outdoor sports have a higher risk of developing skin cancer. UVA rays, generally responsible for tanning, also cause skin damage. Exposure to UVA rays can lead to premature aging and skin cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute. Sun lamps and tanning beds are other sources of exposure to harmful UVA rays and should be avoided. UVA rays can also travel through glass and clouds. Fair SkinPeople with fair skin, especially those with blond or red hair and blue or light-colored eyes, have a higher chance of developing skin cancer. Fair-skinned people have less of the skin pigment called melanin. Melanin gives skin, hair, and eyes their color. It also provides a degree of natural protection from the sun. However, people with dark skin, who have more melanin, can still develop basal cell carcinoma. Skin that freckles or sunburns easily can be a warning sign that you’re at risk for basal cell carcinoma. Personal History of Skin CancerPeople who have had skin cancer have a higher risk of developing skin cancer again. Up to half of all people who have been diagnosed with one basal cell carcinoma develop another skin cancer within five years. Exposure to Industrial CompoundsAside from sun exposure, there are a few less common risk factors for basal cell carcinoma. They include repeated exposure to
Weakened Immune SystemPeople with a weakened immune system have a higher risk for developing basal cell carcinoma. This includes people who have lymphoma or leukemia, are receiving chemotherapy, or are being treated with drugs to prevent organ transplant rejection. AgeIt usually takes a long time between when your skin was exposed to harmful UV rays and when basal cell carcinoma appears. This means that older people are at a greater risk of developing the disease. Also, as you age, your body loses its ability to repair damage from the sun. This increases your cancer risk as well. What can the nurse recommend to the patient for self care measures to prevent skin cancer?Preventive strategies include reducing sun exposure (e.g., by wearing protective clothing and using sunscreen regularly), avoiding sunlamps and tanning equipment, and practicing skin self-examination.
What are the risk factors for skin cancer?What Are the Risk Factors for Skin Cancer?. A lighter natural skin color.. Skin that burns, freckles, reddens easily, or becomes painful in the sun.. Blue or green eyes.. Blond or red hair.. Certain types and a large number of moles.. A family history of skin cancer.. A personal history of skin cancer.. Older age.. Why is skin cancer prevention important?Skin cancer is largely preventable, and if caught early, it's usually curable. Since most skin cancers are linked to sun exposure, it's important to take precautions when spending time outdoors, no matter what time of year. Too much sun can increase your risk for skin cancer and lead to premature skin aging.
How can you prevent skin cancer naturally?Vitamins C, E and A, zinc, selenium, beta carotene (carotenoids), omega-3 fatty acids, lycopene and polyphenols are among the antioxidants many dermatologists recommend including in your diet to help prevent skin cancer. You can find them in many everyday nourishing whole foods.
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