ONS Bridge 2020

ONS Bridge 2020

Bullying in the Nursing Workplace: Characteristics, Consequences, and Corrective Approaches

In a large survey study of critical care nurses, approximately one-third of respondents reported being verbally abused by another nurse.

Mobility Tech: Focus on Ambulation, ADLs, and Personal Care in Hospitalized Patients With Cancer

Incorporating this new position improved overall ambulation and personal hygiene among hospitalized patients on the oncology and BMT units.

Full-Time Nurse Position Facilitates Safe and Effective Chemotherapy Delivery

Oncology nurse position was created to address barriers to safe, effective chemotherapy delivery both on and off the oncology inpatient units.

Implementing, Evaluating a Survivorship Program for Patients With Recurrent Breast Cancer

The Healthy Outcomes for Positivity and Encouragement (HOPE) survivorship program offered nurse navigator-based coaching tailored to the unique needs of patients with recurrent breast cancer.

Best Practices for Replacing Peripherally Inserted Intravenous Catheters

A literature review found that clinically indicated replacement of PIVs is better for older patients with cancer compared with timed replacement.

Oral or IV Dexamethasone Prophylaxis for Prevention of Paclitaxel-Related Hypersensitivity Reactions?

Literature review prompts a call for randomized, controlled trials comparing oral and IV dexamethasone prophylaxis in the setting of paclitaxel administration.

Prior Caregiver Education Improves Discharge Process for Patients Treated With Autologous HSCT

The goal of this initiative was to create a discharge process that was easier on patients and caregivers, and allowed for an earlier discharge time.

Quality Improvement Project Focused on Standardizing Oncology Nurse Telephone Triage

A standardized educational model for conducting oncology telephone triage were implemented at a metropolitan cancer center.

Recognizing Elder Abuse in Cancer Care

Despite a lack of reports in the literature, elder abuse is a significant concern and oncology nurses should be aware of its signs.

Timed Voiding Initiative Reduced Falls in Hospitalized Patients With Cancer

Planned provision of patient assistance was key in this program developed to reduce the number of falls and fall-related injuries in hospitalized patients with cancer.

When to Brush: Educating Patients With Cancer on Preventing Dental Erosion

Tips nurses can give patients with cancer on how to prevent dental erosion due to cancer, its treatment, and adverse events such as vomiting.

Educating Oncology Nurses in Ambulatory Care on Pain Management Approaches

This presentation described an educational initiative that included information about cancer pain and treatments, organizational policy, and opioid equianalgesia.

Managing Skin Flare Reactions in Patients Receiving Mogamulizumab for Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma

Using a grading system for skin flare reactions increases potential for continuing administration of mogamulizumab despite the occurrence of this adverse effect.

How to Improve LDCT Screening Rates in Persons at High Risk of Lung Cancer

Nurses working in primary care settings are well-situated to identify and educate patients at high risk of lung cancer who are eligible to undergo LDCT screening.