Mucositis 

BC Cancer

• Symptom management guidelines

Mouthwash Recipes

• Everolimus-related mucositis Treatment 

• BC Cancer Magic Mouthwash 

1. Patient has noticed ulcers in the mouth following chemotherapy which is causing moderate pain but they are still able to eat/drink normally. What is the grade of severity as per BC Cancer? 

a) Grade 1

b) Grade 2

c) Grade 3

d) Grade 4

2. How long do mucositis symptoms typically last?

a) 1-2 weeks

b) 3-4 weeks

c) 2 months

d) Until medication therapy is initiated

3. All of the following are non-pharm management strategies for mucositis EXCEPT?

a) Routine oral care

b) Sugarless gum

c) Saltwater rinse 

d) chlorhexidine mouthwash 

4. The use of ice chips 30 minutes before chemotherapy is recommended with which agent?

a) 5-FU bolus

b) Doxorubicin

c) Everolimus

d) Afatinib

5. Patient is unable to tolerate daily fluid intake, has a temperature of 39°C and is experiencing uncontrollable pain. Based on these signs/symptoms, when should the patient seek medical attention? 

a) Recommend non-drug measures only (medical attention not required) 

b) Recommend patient seek medical attention within 24 hours 

c) Recommend patient seek medical attention immediately  

d) None of the above