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Borre, Jessa Anne R.
OSTEOSARCOMA
bone cancer that typically develops in the shinbone (tibia) near the knee, the thighbone (femur) near the knee, or the upper arm bone (humerus) near the shoulder.
It is the most common type of bone cancer in children.
Predisposing factors
PEARL HARBOR:
Paget's disease (10-20%)* ( abnormal bone destruction and regrowth)Early age (10-20 yrs)Around kneeRaised periosteum by expanding tumor: "sunburst pattern" Lace-like architecture
Hyaline arteoriosclerosisAlkaline phosphatase increasedRetinoblastoma*Boys, predominantlyOsteomyelitis DDxRadiation
Signs and symptoms:
bone pain (in motion, at rest, or when lifting objects)
bone fractures
swelling
redness
limping
limitation of motion of joints
Diagnostic Procedures
X-ray
MRI
CT scan
Biopsy
Sternal marrow puncture
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Treatment:
Chemotheraphy
Surgery
Nursing Intervention
1. Provide quiet environment and calm activities to prevent or lessen pain.
2. Provide comfort measure such as back rub, change position and use of heat or
cold application.
3. Encourage diversional activities
4. Administer analgesics as indicated to maximal dose as needed.
5. Encourage the patient to increase fluid intake.
6. Encourage rest periods to prevent fatigue.
7. Provide accurate information about the situation, medication and treatment.
8. Assess muscle strength, gross and fine motor coordination.
9. Provide pillows for cushion and support.
10. Keep side rails up all the time.