The Red Bracelet: Nurses and Patients Appreciate Peer Recognition Program
Novel program allows staff nurses to show their appreciation for the kind acts of their peers, regardless of who was the beneficiary of the act.
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Genetic-Specific Navigator Helps Patients, Nongenetic Health Care Providers
Genetic patient navigators have a positive effect on patient adherence to risk-mitigating health behaviors and nongenetic HCPs understanding of genetic risks.
How Parents Use the Internet to Cope With a Child’s Cancer Diagnosis
Researchers explored how parents of children with cancer use the Internet to build a support system and coping strategies.
Evidence-Based Approach Improves Tobacco Cessation Among Cancer Patients
Tobacco-cessation program at an ambulatory cancer center sought to reduce smoking among patients undergoing treatment for cancer.
The Role of Positive Psychology in Oncology Practice
A novel approach to how patients — and nurses — think about challenges can improve their mood and coping ability during a cancer crisis. Strategies that support better moods are also offered.
Sharing Personal Contact Information With Patients
Some of my oncology nurse colleagues give patients their personal cell phone numbers. Sometimes I feel like I’m the odd one for not giving my number when patients ask if they can text me. Am I behind the times?
NIH Establishes Educational Program on Genomics, Genetics for Oncology Nurses
NIH sought to bridge the gap in oncology nurse training in genomics and genetics to improve patient education and assessment of related risk factors.
Oncology Nurses Weigh In on Their Patient-Centered Communication Practices, Needs
Responses to a survey demonstrated oncology nurses’ perspectives on their training needs on how to effectively communicate with patients regarding disease prognoses, end-of-life issues, and survivorship care.
Shifting Dynamics of Social Support After a Cancer Diagnosis
A guide for helping patients assess their social network after a cancer diagnosis and find the supportive resources they may need.
Mentoring 101: The Importance of Supporting New Nurses
Nurses need to rethink their attitude toward those who are new to the profession, lead with compassion, and share their knowledge gained through experience.
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