Use of Geriatric Screening Tools to Assess Older Patients With Cancer
A review of geriatric assessment tools and their role in assessing older patients with cancer before and after treatment.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
ONS Recommends Patient Support Programs for Oral Anticancer Medications
The Oncology Nursing Society developed guidelines recommending patient support programs to improve patient adherence to oral medication regimens.
Impact of Sexual Trauma and Need for Trauma-Informed Oncology Care
This review article discusses how cancer care may cause survivors of sexual trauma to re-experience their trauma and offers tips on how to mitigate this potential.
Improving the Rate of Serious Illness Conversations at Oncology Clinics
A research project at health system sought to increase the rate of serious illness conversations between clinicians and patients with cancer.
Decision Maker vs Enforcer: Language Matters in Patient Care Discussions
A patient case highlights the need to ensure that patients and their families understand the distinction between the roles of the patient and the “decision maker,” as they pertain to end-of-life care decisions.
Role of Oncology Nurses in Palliative Care for Advanced Penile Cancer
A review of the critical role of oncology nurses in optimal palliative and supportive care for patients with advanced penile cancer.
DNPs of Color Discuss Microaggression in the Workplace
DNPs offer their personal experiences on responding to microaggressions in the workplace as well as tips on achieving advancements.
Study Time Frame, Expectations of Participants Significant to Older Adults With Cancer and Their Caregivers
A qualitative descriptive study identified the interest and willingness to participate in clinical trials of patients 65 and older and their caregivers.
Requirements for Meaningful Involvement of Social Workers in Palliative Care
Researchers performing a literature review identified and described several requirements for meaningful involvement of social workers in palliative care.
Are Social Determinants of Health Incorporated Into Recommendations, Discussions With Patients?
Although social determinants of health (SDOH) components affect patients with cancer, nurses tended not to consider them when speaking with patients or making recommendations about physical activity. These findings were published in the Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing. Among staff in the healthcare setting, nurses make unique bonds with patients, often having sensitive and personal…
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