Colon Cancer Presentation - My Impact Story

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Colon Cancer Prevention: “Head Knowledge, Heart Check” a clinical nurse story of tragedy to triumph! by Nikol Hamilton, MSN, RN

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Colon Cancer: A clinical nurse story of tragedy to triumph #coloncancerawareness

Transcript of Colon Cancer Presentation - My Impact Story

  • 1. Colon Cancer Prevention:Head Knowledge, Heart Checka clinical nurse story of tragedy to triumph!byNikol Hamilton, MSN, RN

2. ObjectivesAt the conclusion of this activity, theparticipant will be able to:1. Describe the impact of colorectalcancer on family lifestyle behaviors2. Identify (2) nutritional interventiontools for clinical education ofcolorectal cancer prevention3. Commit to increased advocacy forlifestyle risk assessments in his/herprimary healthcare practice 3. My Family Impact Story 4. LIFE BEFORE 5. The Big D 6. CRC Basics Definition Risk factors Signs & symptoms Incidence /Mortality Treatmentwww.ccalliance.orghttp://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/colorectal-cancer 7. Understanding CRC 8. Risk Factors 9. Genetic Concerns 10. Signs & Symptoms A change in bowel habits Diarrhea, constipation, or feeling that the bowel does notempty completely Bright red or very dark blood in the stool Stools that look narrower or thinner than normal/pencil like Discomfort in the abdomen, including frequent gas pains,bloating, fullness, burping, and cramps Weight loss with no known explanation Constant tiredness or fatigue Unexplained iron-deficiency anemia (low number of redblood cells) 11. Assumed DiagnosisHemorrhoidsStressPregnancy painsIBSParasiteColitis or Crohns DiseaseDepression and psychiatric helpAppendicitisSpastic colonSpiritual problemsUlcerGall bladder problemsHerniaLow fiber or poor dietWorking out too hard or too muchFemale problemsAnal fissureJust a tearFood allergiesGasLactose intolerance 12. Clinical Duty 13. Do you offer screenings? 14. 2 weeks after Diagnosis 15. Staging & Survival with CRChttp://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2796096/http://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programsServices/healthStatistics/CancerRegistry/Documents/publications/Reports/ARCancerFacts1997-2008.pdf 16. Treatment Surgical resection of the tumor most common Ablation less invasive with shorter hospital stay Best approach is patient centered New research in immunotherapy and nutritional healingneeded 17. Trauma to Drama to Death WAKE UP CALL!Last rideIn Memory Shannon Hamilton1.29.75-7.5.10 18. Head Knowledge, Heart Check! Is Cancer lurking in the family tree? 5 questions to ask family Lynch syndrome article My ACTION PLAN 19. Tragedy to Triumph 20. Faith Community Nursing 21. Nutritional teaching toolsFOODUCATE APP Michis Ladderhttp://www.fooducate.com/ Subscribe to my coach network 22. Technology teaching toolsMy Colon Cancer Coach MedLine Plus Tutorial 23. Prevention Summary 24. Be an Advocate! 25. Community Awareness 26. Celebrate Each March! 27. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 28. Connect on Social Media 29. Call on Congress D.C. 30. Educate. Equip. Empower. 31. Your ROLE Save lives through prevention education Empower people Energize survivors to share their stories Provide convenient screening locations Support quality care 32. Legacy Living 33. Just Do It! 34. Contact ME! Nikol Hamilton, MSN, RN, www.facebook.com/nikolfitness [email protected] 501.609.5855 Join me on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter! 35. References