Mesothelioma Therapy Palliative Care and Pain Management 3

Question 1

What psychosocial support is recommended for mesothelioma patients and their families?

Accepted Answer

Multidisciplinary support including counseling, support groups, and social work services

Answer

A multidisciplinary approach including counseling, peer support, social work, and chaplaincy services addresses the psychological and social burden of mesothelioma.

Question 2

Dyspnea in mesothelioma that is refractory to other treatments can be palliated with low-dose:

Accepted Answer

Opioids (low-dose morphine)

Answer

Low-dose oral or parenteral opioids, particularly morphine, are effective in palliation of refractory dyspnea by modulating the central sensation of breathlessness.

Question 3

Advance care planning for mesothelioma patients should include documentation of:

Accepted Answer

Goals of care, resuscitation preferences, and healthcare proxy designation

Answer

Advance care planning documents a patient's treatment goals, resuscitation wishes (DNR/DNI), and healthcare proxy, guiding care when the patient cannot speak for themselves.

Question 4

Which non-pharmacological intervention is effective for reducing dyspnea in mesothelioma?

Accepted Answer

A handheld fan directed at the face

Answer

A handheld fan directed at the face activates facial cold receptors that modulate the central perception of dyspnea, providing meaningful relief.

Question 5

Bisphosphonates or denosumab may be used in mesothelioma palliative care when patients develop:

Accepted Answer

Bone metastases causing pain or fracture risk

Answer

Bisphosphonates and denosumab are used to reduce skeletal-related events (fractures, pain) when mesothelioma metastasizes to bone.

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Mesothelioma Therapy Palliative Care and Pain Management 3