A nurse has a RN preceptor student working on the pediatric oncology unit. When teaching the student about oncological crises, what disorders does the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Inferior vena cava infarction
B.
Neurogenic shock
C.
Perirectal abscess
D.
Pleural effusion
E.
Superior vena cava syndrome
ANS: B, C, D, E
There are many oncologic emergencies, including neurogenic shock (and other types of shock), perirectal abscess, pleural effusion, and superior vena cava syndrome. Inferior vena cava infarction is not on the list of emergent conditions.
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