Abstract:
:Neutropenia can be a significant problem in the oncology setting. Awareness of potential risks, management of neutropenia, and preventive measures guide nurses in providing comprehensive care that can make the difference between life and death.
journal_name
Clin J Oncol Nursjournal_title
Clinical journal of oncology nursingauthors
Marrs JAdoi
10.1188/06.CJON.164-166subject
Has Abstractpub_date
2006-04-01 00:00:00pages
164-6issue
2eissn
1092-1095issn
1538-067Xjournal_volume
10pub_type
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journal_title:Clinical journal of oncology nursing
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journal_title:Clinical journal of oncology nursing
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