Homeless With Cancer: An Unrecognized Problem in the United States.

abstract：BACKGROUND:A cancer diagnosis is a serious stressor that is associated with anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and inability to fulfill daily routines. Many pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic options are available to help patients with cancer manage anxiety. OBJECTIVES:This randomized, controlled trial examined the...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Ozkaraman A,Dügüm Ö,Özen Yılmaz H,Usta Yesilbalkan Ö

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The oncology practice setting can be a highly emotional workplace because nurses provide care to many of the same patients and their families over time. Comparing and contrasting nurses from different clinical settings would provide insight into the more common themes of nursing grief and might give guidance on how to...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Brown C,Wood A

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:My personal experience with nursing school can be best described as floating in the middle of the ocean with a life vest while kicking and paddling to keep my head above the water. I spent countless hours studying for examinations, rewriting care plans, and practicing skills. In addition to my own efforts to survive, ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Waldo A

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) ranks as the eighth most common cancer in the world. Although uncommon in North America, the incidence of HCC in the United States has increased by 70% since the 1980s (Yu, Yuan, Govindarajan, & Ross, 2000). The most frequent causes of malignant hepatic disease in the United States are m...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Barber FD,Fabugais-Nazario LE

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The focus of this new column will be to showcase innovative work that has advanced quality in areas of practice and care delivery that are of interest to the practicing oncology nurse. Examples include, but are not limited to, practice environment innovation, patient outcomes and experiences of care, team effectivenes...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Gross AH

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Malignant melanoma, the least common but most serious form of skin cancer, is increasing at a faster rate than any other form of cancer. Early diagnosis can lead to cures through surgery alone. Patients with deeper primary lesions (greater than 4 mm) or regional lymph node involvement have a high risk of relapse. High...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Gale DM,Kiley KE

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the past two decades, implanted ports have become widely used infusion therapy devices. Although these devices have revolutionized the care of patients with cancer and are used routinely to administer various treatments, complications still can occur. Nurses must be vigilant in identifying potential and actual po...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Viale PH,Yamamoto DS,Geyton JE

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Research on nurses' perceptions of dignity is limited, with much work instead focusing on patients' experiences. Maintaining the dignity of patients is considered to be an important element of nursing care; however, it is often diminished by the acts and omissions of healthcare providers. OBJECTIVES:The pur...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Crump B

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) have an incidence of 7-15 occurrences per million people. Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) have significantly improved clinical outcomes as part of multidisciplinary disease management. The authors will review developments in the management of GISTs, including diagnosis, risk s...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Barnes T,Reinke D

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transitions from acute clinical care to the outpatient setting can be daunting. Clear explanations of discharge instructions from nurses and assessment of the patient's understanding can have a positive impact. OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of an education intervention on nur...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Scott C,Andrews D,Bulla S,Loerzel V

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The number of hematopoietic stem cell transplantations (HSCTs) performed annually is increasing. Although general survival rates have risen since 1990, mortality and morbidity from preventable complications can be improved. As a result, this article will review developments in preventing and managing infections in neu...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Saria M

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of theory can provide structure for understanding the dynamics of adherence to oral agents for cancer (OACs) and facilitate the development of strategies for patient assessment and care planning related to oral adherence. OBJECTIVES:The focus of this article is to identify common theories pertinent ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Irwin M

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Positron emission tomography (PET) scans use positrons, positively charged particles, to detect metabolic and chemical changes in the body. Although the clinical applications of this technology still are evolving, PET scans are being used to detect cancer and evaluate neurologic disorders, heart muscle function, and r...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Lobrano MB,Singha P

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the fifth most common cause of all malignancies and causes approximately one million deaths each year. Surgical liver resection is the only cure for HCC; however, few patients are eligible to undergo this procedure. Hepatic artery chemoembolization (HACE) is a technique that delivers ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Cahill BA

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Selection of letters to be published is the decision of the editor. For acceptance, letters must be signed. A letter can appear anonymously if requested by the author. All letters are subject to editing. A letter that questions, criticizes, or responds to a previously published Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing art...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Mayer DK

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:S.R., a 65-year-old male with a history of prostate cancer, went to a cancer center in 2003. He had developed symptoms of bladder outlet obstruction in 1999 and was seen by a urologist. His baseline prostate-specific antigen (PSA) was 44 ng/ml. On physical examination, his prostate was enlarged, and a biopsy in Januar...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Doyle-Lindrud S

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastric cancer is a major cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide and is thought to be responsible for about 10% of cancer-related deaths across the globe. A small proportion of all gastric cancers arise because of a known hereditary syndrome, the most common of which is hereditary diffuse gastric cancer (HDGC). T...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Rogers M

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most commonly diagnosed form of leukemia in the Western world, accounting for approximately 20%-30% of all cases of leukemia. Despite recent medical and scientific advances, the literature on the subjective experience and nursing care of patients diagnosed with CLL remains sca...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Elphee EE

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Opioids are the major class of analgesics used in the management of moderate to severe cancer pain, and constipation is a common side effect of opioid administration. While monitoring for quality-assurance, nurses found that 95% of patients interviewed on a 28-bed oncology unit of a Midwestern hospital reported consti...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Robinson CB,Fritch M,Hullett L,Petersen MA,Sikkema S,Theuninck L,Timmer K

更新日期：2000-03-01 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：:In recent years, fatigue has been recognized as a prevalent and often debilitating symptom for patients with cancer. Despite the increased recognition of cancer-related fatigue (CRF), it often is not assessed adequately in the clinical setting. This article reports the results of a feasibility test to evaluate the uti...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Quick M,Fonteyn M

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Navigation seeks to assess and address barriers that hinder a patient's access to care. With the success of the nurse navigation program at Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center, leadership expanded navigation to neuro-oncology. The purpose of this article is to describe this population's unique needs and the effect ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Miller E

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Palliative care has become an essential component of oncology care, with a focus on maximizing quality of life and optimizing function, as well as promoting pain and symptom management. This article focuses on the care of a patient experiencing bowel obstruction and delirium, two common issues in patients with advance...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Lynch M,Dahlin C,Bakitas M

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although many patients prefer orally administered cancer therapy (including oral chemotherapy) because of its convenience, the shift from hospital to home-based administration creates concerns. This article explores the perceptions and experiences of oral chemotherapy users and their caregivers to assess vulnerabiliti...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Simchowitz B,Shiman L,Spencer J,Brouillard D,Gross A,Connor M,Weingart SN

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:T.J.'s case was interesting from the standpoint of both diagnosis and management. The recommended treatment for this drug reaction was prednisone: however, the use of a steroid in a patient who is neutropenic and has a fever is risky because the because the steroid can mask the symptoms of infection (e.g., fever). Ad...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Gallagher E

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the environment of an infectious pandemic, vaccines are a primary public health strategy to prevent the spread of disease. With the COVID-19 pandemic, there is heightened interest in safe and effective vaccines and their use in the context of clinical oncology practice. OBJECTIVES:This article provides f...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Carr E

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Checkpoint inhibitors are a form of immunotherapy that have revolutionized treatment for malignant melanoma, resulting in longer survival and better disease control. Multiple autoimmune disorders can occur with the use of checkpoint inhibitors, including severe, potentially fatal neurologic complications. Although neu...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Latchman J,Guastella A,Tofthagen C

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A policy regarding rapid response to chemotherapy overdoses was developed by the authors in an attempt to minimize morbidity and mortality. The parameters of a chemotherapy overdose were defined to promote early recognition of an overdose incident. Resources needed to guide potential therapeutic interventions and requ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Nelson WK,Moore J,Grasso JA,Barbarotta L,Fischer DS

更新日期：2014-08-01 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

abstract：:Radioimmunotherapy is a new cancer therapy that combines the cytotoxicity of radiation with the tumor-specific targeting of monoclonal antibodies. Yttrium 90 (Y-90) ibritumomab tiuxetan (Zevalin, IDEC Pharmaceuticals Corporation, San Diego, CA) is indicated for the treatment of patients with relapsed or refractory low...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Hendrix C

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00