Overweight and obesity play an important role in the development of various common cancers and the risk of recurrence for survivors. Patients with cancer who are overweight or obese face additional challenges, such as decreased quality of life and difficulties managing side effects. Obesity is...
The use of venous access devices (VADs) is central to the care that nurses provide to patients with cancer. Oncology nurses must base their practice on evidence-based research when available, but a lack of evidence has been a professional challenge for decades. With limited research to guide...
The Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) is proud to introduce new documentation standards for cancer treatment. The standards were developed by a task force of experts in various specialty treatment areas and ONS nursing staff using recommended elements of documentation established by the American...
Integrating Physical Activity into Cancer Care: An Evidence-Based Approach provides essential resources to encourage and support patients to engage in appropriate levels of exercise and physical activity throughout the cancer trajectory. Chapters highlight the benefits of physical...
Are you preparing to take the blood and marrow transplant certified nurse (BMTCN®) examination? The BMTCN® Certification Review Manual is an essential resource for RNs looking to validate their specialized knowledge through certification. Chapters are based on the BMTCN® Test Content Outline...
Cancer care raises complex and often troubling issues for patients, families, and the nurses who care for them. Decisions often involve matters beyond simply the patient’s physical condition. Often, questions arise about what we should do and why—not about what we ...
Nursing professional development specialists (NPDSs) and unit-based educators are integral to the development and performance of healthcare professionals in a variety of clinical settings and specialties. Yet, in today’s healthcare workplace, delivering effective education can be challenging....
Both a study guide and a clinical resource, this best-selling manual offers advanced practice nurses comprehensive preparation for advanced oncology certification tests (AOCNP® and AOCNS®) as well as a valuable reference that can be used in everyday practice.
Although new surgical techniques and treatments have improved function, cosmesis, and symptom management, individuals with head and neck cancers still have unique physiologic and psychosocial needs that must be addressed. Newly revised and updated for the first time since 2006, the second...
