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.
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Combating COVID-19: Best Practices That Clinicians Need to Know
How should clinicians combat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in their practice settings?
Roles of Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Navigator in a CAR-T Therapy Program at a Large Academic Oncology Center
Hands-on roles initially played by nurse navigators and nurse practitioners in the delivery of CAR-T cell therapy have evolved into resource/care coordination roles.
Nurse-Led Oncology Fast-Track Clinic for Children Treated With Chemotherapy Shows Promising Early Results
Outpatient management via an OFTC resulted in a more specialized, targeted approach to complications/side effects in pediatric patients undergoing chemotherapy and fewer hospital admissions.
Nurse Practitioner-Led Rapid Diagnosis Clinic May Reduce Time to Diagnosis in Lymphoma
Patients referred to the clinic were diagnosed nearly 2 weeks faster compared with historical controls.
Identifying and Proactively Assisting Oncology Super-Utilizers May Reduce Hospitalizations and Health Care Costs
A nurse practitioner-led program sought to identify patients with substantial needs early and intervene to improve outcomes and decrease cost.
Nonphysician Clinicians Represent Largest Segment of Cancer-Specific Providers for US Elderly
A review of the Medicare claims database for 2013 revealed which clinicians are most frequently cancer care-specific providers for older patients in the United States.
Survey of ACEP Councilors Reveals NP, PA Staffing Models, Practice Patterns Vary
Researchers attempted to establish a baseline record of current PA and NP staffing models, practice patterns, and practice scope as the first step to inform future policy recommendations.
Patients and Families Cite Value of Nurse Practitioners
Patients and their families believe that teams that include nurse practitioners are more effective, according to recent research.
Processes and Cost of Care for Older Adults With Diabetes Similar for NPs and PCPs
Similar rates of recommended processes of diabetes care were observed for both nurse practitioners and primary care physicians, according to a recent study.
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