Caring for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Teach-back is an evidence-based tool recommended for use during informed consent (IC) discussions. The nurses' role in the IC process is important, particularly for patient education and advocacy. OBJECTIVES:The aim was to initiate and evaluate an educational program for nurses to improve knowledge and comm...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Regan EM

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The challenges faced in my first year as a new oncology nurse included learning the beauty of small victories and understanding loss. Family and friends often mention how sad and hard this profession is. It is hard to explain how much I love this job to those who view it as somewhat depressing. The victories are the s...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Parker A

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With the advent of biosimilars into the U.S. healthcare market, knowledge deficits exist for nurses and patients regarding the regulatory approval process and key nursing considerations for each of these new medications. OBJECTIVES:This article provides essential clinical information for oncology nurses who...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Zack E

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), including gastroenteropancreatic NETs, or GEP-NETs, are heterogenous tumors that arise from diffuse neuroendocrine cells and other organs, such as the lung, ovary, and thyroid. Lutetium Lu 177 dotatate (Lutathera®) is a newly approved targeted therapy for patients with advanced GEP-NETs. ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Boucher JE,Sommers R

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The COVID-19 pandemic has required us to recognize a new normal and other additions to our general and clinical vocabulary. Some were preexisting terms that now have been broadened or changed during these unprecedented times. Others have helped to bring to light some of the issues or difficulties that healthcare profe...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Carr E

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Palliative care programs in the United States are becoming more integrated with oncology outpatient practices. OBJECTIVES:This article offers a condensed review of available literature on the usefulness of palliative care in the oncology clinic setting and a case study to illustrate these ideas. METHODS:Li...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Hallman K,Newton S

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with cancer frequently develop taste alterations, which are manifested by food aversions and decreased caloric intake. Many etiologies are recognized, including the effect of tumors, cancer cell mitosis, vitamin deficiencies, and cytokine involvement. Preventing or improving taste alterations in patients with...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Sherry VW

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clinicians sometimes suggest to patients that they keep track of illness-related issues. Self-monitoring is a helpful term to describe these at-home activities that yield essential information for self-management. The purpose of this article is to create greater awareness of the opportunities (and potential shortcomin...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Hermansen-Kobulnicky CJ,Purtzer MA

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with cancer have an increased risk of thromboembolism. This complication is connected to a variety of different factors and is influenced by the conditions described in Virchow's triad: stasis, vascular endothelial damage, and hypercoagulability. Once thromboembolism is diagnosed, treatment in patients with c...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Viale PH,Schwartz RN

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hyperviscosity syndrome can develop in patients with plasma cell dyscrasias, particularly Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia (WM). Occurring in 10%-30% of patients with hyperviscosity syndrome, WM is an uncommon B-cell proliferative disorder characterized by bone marrow infiltration and production of monoclonal immunoglobu...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Mullen EC,Wang M

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardio-oncology is a unique subspecialty within oncology nursing that focuses on the assessment, identification, and management of cardiotoxicity induced or exacerbated by cancer treatment. Nurses are pivotal to the delivery of evidence-based assessment of and care for individuals who have preexisting cardiac conditio...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors：

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) is an aggressive breast cancer subtype that disproportionately affects women who are African American, younger, or carriers of the BRCA1 gene. No targeted treatments exist for the disease, which has distinct features and presents unique challenges to patients who have bee...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Turkman YE,Sakibia Opong A,Harris LN,Knobf MT

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Financial toxicity causes significant psychological and practical distress for patients and can affect their ability and willingness to undertake optimal treatment. Although different models of financial support are typically available to patients undergoing cancer treatments, not all models can offer equal ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Sherman D,Fessele KL

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:After allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, one of the major barriers to clinical management of acute graft-versus-host disease (aGVHD) is a lack of reliable and validated noninvasive tests for diagnosis and prognosis. Proteomic studies have indicated a strong correlation between the level of c...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Kalariya N,Brassil K

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes family history assessment for colorectal cancer in three outpatient gastroenterology units and examines gastroenterology unit nurses' knowledge and attitudes about family history assessments. Eighty-eight colonoscopy records were surveyed, and 16 RNs were interviewed. The medical record document...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Kelly PP

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sipuleucel-T, an autologous cellular immunotherapy, is approved for the treatment of certain patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC). Sipuleucel-T is the first personalized treatment for prostate cancer to be manufactured using the immune system of each individual patient. Patie...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Davis K,Wood S,Dill E,Fesko Y,Bitting RL,Harrison MR,Armstrong AJ,Moul JW,George DJ

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:eHealth applications will become a more prevalent operational component of the standard of care. They will continue to be reliable methods to expedite patient-provider communication, meet surveillance milestones, and provide timely symptom management. ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Carr E

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Limited high-quality research has focused on the efficacy of lymphedema treatments and symptomatic relief. With that in mind, the authors conducted a cross-sectional survey to describe the presentation of breast cancer-related lymphedema, treatment modalities used, and perceived effectiveness. An electronic validated ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Sierla R,Lee TS,Black D,Kilbreath SL

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human papillomavirus (HPV) is commonly found on the cervix. However, new sites of the virus have emerged during the past 10 years, including the oropharynx in both sexes and the anus in men. According to Senkomago et al. (2019), 34,800 cancers reported annually in the United States from 2012 to 2016 were attributable ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Baldwin CM

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article illustrates the authors' participation in the ONS Foundation-supported Breast Cancer Survivorship (BCS) Quality Measures Set pilot study at Southern Ohio Medical Center (SOMC) Cancer Center. The data collection, outcomes, and action plans based on results are described. Included are the SOMC distress tool...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Arnett J,Henry B,Fankell A

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:IBC is a rare clinical occurrence. Signs and symptoms include erythema and edema of the skin. Diagnosis is made by skin biopsy. Treatment for this aggressive form of breast cancer is multimodal, including chemotherapy, surgery, radiation therapy, and hormonal therapy. Advances in treatment continue to improve prognosi...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Gordon L

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advances in breast brachytherapy techniques have led to the development of new approaches for treatment of patients with early-stage breast cancer. This article reviews the indications, clinical utility, and nursing interventions for the Mammosite Radiation Therapy System (Proxima Therapeutics, Alpharetta, GA) and INT...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Hogle WP,Quinn AE,Heron DE

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The goal of achieving maximum productivity through process redesign and teamwork in oncology laboratory (lab) operations can be challenging in cancer care organizations. At an urban cancer center, missing lab orders occurred frequently and led to increases in lab errors, turnaround time, and patient wait times. Patien...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Wojciechowski M,Rodts M

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The National Database of Nursing Quality Indicators (NDNQI, 2020) defines a patient fall as an unplanned descent to the floor with or without injury. A fall occurs in 30%-50% of hospitalized patients with cancer in the United States (Jatoi, 2017). According to the Joint Commission (2015), the average cost of each fall...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Shah M

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HCT) is a complicated treatment modality used to address hematologic malignancies and other disorders. The complex care of patients undergoing HCT places them at high risk for poor outcomes during times of transition. Education is a critical component of preparing pat...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Thomson B,Gorospe G,Cooke L,Giesie P,Johnson S

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several organizations have safety guidelines regarding handling of hazardous drugs. That said, only Washington and California have enforceable laws that regulate these practices. This article shares the experiences of three states-Washington, Michigan, and North Carolina-in advancing legislative and regulatory efforts...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Walton AL,Eisenberg S,Friese CR

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although uncommon, 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) infiltrations do occur. Two case studies involving 5-FU infiltration from totally implanted venous access devices identified at the conclusion of a 46-hour continuous infusion via an ambulatory infusion pump are presented. These cases highlight the importance of patient and car...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Bostelman C

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Implanted ports are frequently used for patients with cancer who require IV chemotherapy. In addition to verbal communication with healthcare providers, patients with cancer may benefit from written information. OBJECTIVES:This pre/post study evaluated the effectiveness of an informational booklet by improv...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Piredda M,Migliozzi A,Biagioli V,Carassiti M,De Marinis MG

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rapid rituximab infusion was approved as treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2012, but it has been administered clinically since approval of the drug rituximab in 1997. Because of the delay between the approval of the drug and the approval of the procedure, researchers sought...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Lang DS,Fong CC

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The goal of this article is to increase oncology nurses' understanding of common bodywork modalities and the current research about them in the oncology setting. Bodywork is a broad term that incorporates massage and energy modalities. Eleven modalities are described. In addition, issues related to safety, licensure, ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Coe AB,Anthony ML

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00