Uterine Cancer Nursing Management

Endometrial Cancer is one of the most common cancers in women. Usually begins in the endometrium, the lining of the uterus a hollow, pear-shaped pelvic organ where fetal development occurs. Endometrial cancer is most common after the reproductive years, between the ages of 60 and 70. Endometrial cancer is sometimes called uterine cancer, but there are other cells in the uterus that can become cancerous such as muscle or myometrial cells. These form much less common cancers called sarcomas and account for less than 5 percent of uterine cancers.

NURSING MANAGEMENT:
Radiation Treatment Client is isolated in a private room while radioactive implants are in place. Remain on bed rest with the head of the bed flat or elevated no more than 20 degrees. Movement is restricted and Foley Catheter is inserted Increase fluid intake May administer antiemetics, broad- spectrum antibiotics, sedatives, analgesics , antidiarrheal medications and heparin. Explain the effects of having a high dose of radiation. Discuss use of vaginal dilators and water soluble lubricate Support for the woman experiencing body image changes