Title: Module 2 Discussion - Cancer
Course: DEH 2821 Medically-Compromised Patient > Section: Module 2 - Cancer

Cancer therapy and treatment modalities continue to change as research uncovers more about the nature of cancer. Therapy options are often dependent upon tumor site and stage of the cancer. Consider and respond to the following questions:
1. What treatment modalities are most commonly offered and why?
2. When are multiple modalities employed?
3. What oral side effects are associated with treatment?
4. Can oral side effects be minimized through use of pretreatment strategies? How?