#. Malignant melanoma :-
Skin cancer arising from melanocytes; is responsible for large majority of skin deaths.
Risk factors include: moles, fair skin with freckling, blond hair or blue eyes; having a close relative with melanoma, medications that suppress immune system; excess exposure to UV radiation, age >50.
Lesions often found on trunk of men and legs of women.
#. ABCDE assessment method for skin cancer :-
- A for Asymmetry
One half is different than the other half.
- B for Border Irregularity
The edges are notched, uneven, or blurred.
- C for Color
The color is uneven. Shades of brown, tan,
and black are present.
- D for Diameter
Diameter is greater than 6 millimeters
#. Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosis:
Skin biopsy
Other tests such as blood work (liver function, CBC, serum blood chemistry profile), CT scan, x-rays, or MRI may be completed to check for metastasis (Mets may go to any organ or tissue of the body).
Treatments:
Surgery (with wide excision)is preferred treatment, others include immunotherapy, & radiation, and chemotherapy.
Encourage adequate nutrition with sufficient calories, protein, and vitamins.
Maintain asepsis when changing surgical dressing or caring for incision.
Assist patient to cope with diagnosis of cancer & possibility of metastasis.
Prognosis in malignant melanoma is related to: A. lesion depth or thickness B. anatomic site C. age D. A and C E. A, B, and C
Summarize the characteristics and treatment of malignant melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma (include actinic keratosis).
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