Managing Extravasation During Chemotherapy Administration
A review of the factors that contribute to the occurrence of extravasation in patients receiving IV treatments is presented with management steps.
Nursing
Consistent, Standardized Frailty Assessments Could Improve Patient Outcomes
Researchers sought to identify frailty assessment tools and determine which are effective in patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
Nurse-Led Penicillin Allergy Testing in Patients With Cancer
A 3-step program for testing for penicillin allergy in outpatients at a cancer center demonstrated the effectiveness of nurse-led initiatives.
The Potential of Nurse Practitioners as Prescribers in Cancer Treatment
This discussion focused on the role of advanced nurse practitioner as cancer therapy prescribers.
Addressing Emotional Concerns Early in Care Continuum Increases Flow of Information, Reduces Distress
A pilot program was described in which new patients were asked 2 questions that helped the cancer care team provide more patient-centered care.
How to Recognize and Respond to Sepsis in Patients With Cancer
Sepsis symptoms and how to manage the condition are explained in an oral presentation at ONS Congress 2021.
Best Practices for Managing Patients With GTD, Preventing Progression to GTN
An overview of the management of new and recurrent diagnoses of gestational trophoblastic disease, and prevention of progression to gestational trophoblastic neoplasia.
AAPM Guidelines Improve Radiation Therapy Management in Patients With CIEDs
Survey study showed that guidelines improved radiation oncology nurses’ knowledge of cardiovascular implantable electronic devices and how radiation therapy affects the devices.
Managing Oral Care for Patients With Head and Neck Cancers
A review of the significance of oral and dental care for patients with head and neck cancer.
Addressing Family Concerns of Patients With Cancer
Strategies for helping family caregivers cope with unique challenges when their family member is going through cancer treatment.
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