Choosing the appropriate breast cancer therapy for today's breast cancer patient.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This article will outline the link between the immune system and cancer, and provide a historical timeline of immunotherapy developmental milestones. DATA SOURCES:Published data and peer reviewed publications/manuscripts, and textbook chapters. CONCLUSION:Science has provided a greater understanding of the ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Abbott M,Ustoyev Y

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe a systematic method for skin cancer assessment, applying current standard practices for integration into nursing practice. To provide the fundamentals of performing a skin cancer assessment for the nonmelanoma skin cancers, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinomas, and melanoma. Include...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Maguire-Eisen M

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The many changes expected in the future will create challenges and opportunities in the field of patient education. The aging population, increased numbers of cancer survivors, minorities and disadvantaged patients, more illiteracy, and the changing health care system are a few of these trends. They will require broad...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Morra ME

更新日期：1991-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To discuss issues related to symptom clusters in patients living with advanced cancer. DATA SOURCES:Research and review articles. CONCLUSION:The importance for symptom cluster evaluation in oncology has been documented; however, there remain a number of inconsistencies in the literature as to the best way ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Esper P

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To review the complications of blood cell transplantation (BCT) and their clinical and nursing management. DATA SOURCES:Review articles, research studies, book chapters pertaining to the complications of peripheral stem cell transplantation and the management of these complications. CONCLUSIONS:As the numb...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Buchsel PC,Leum E,Randolph SR

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe the scope of home infusion therapy in cancer care, expectations related to caregiver involvement in home infusion therapy, literature addressing the impact upon caregivers, and nursing implications. DATA SOURCES:Published data on cancer care and home infusion therapy. CONCLUSION:While the admin...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Gorski LA

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To present an overview of clinical dilemmas regarding maintenance care and managing complications of vascular access devices (VADs). DATA SOURCES:Current research and published literature. CONCLUSION:The use of VADs has increased over the past three decades because they have proven to be an effective and c...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Camp-Sorrell D

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wilms' tumor, a childhood tumor of the kidney, parallels retinoblastoma in several ways. Both malignancies occur in the very young, involve paired organs, arise from embryonal cells, can develop unilaterally or bilaterally, and can occur in hereditary and non-hereditary forms. However, Wilms' tumor rarely occurs in fa...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Ruccione KS

更新日期：1992-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To review the current evidence on the impact of minimally invasive, robotic-assisted cancer surgery (thoracic, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, genitourinary) on surgical outcomes and quality of life. DATA SOURCES:Journal articles, research reports, state of the science papers, and clinical guidelines. CONCL...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Sun V,Fong Y

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To identify key educational and scientific tasks for the incorporation of complementary and alternative medical therapies (CAM) into conventional health care. DATA SOURCES:Journal articles, government and special health report, book chapters, and curriculum guidebooks. CONCLUSION:Nursing education programs...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Wyatt G,Post-White J

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to parallel the advances in cancer prevention science, nurses need to develop alternative approaches to viewing cancer prevention and cancer screening. An alternative cancer prevention model bases prevention and screening on the science of carcinogenesis. ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Loescher LJ

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To discuss the advantages of using intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), planning and delivery systems, clinical applications in specific cancers, considerations in the use of this technology, as well as implications for nursing practice. DATA SOURCES:Journal articles, journal reviews, and book chap...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Cash JC

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To summarize, in tabular form, the current literature and information available for skin cancer preventive behaviors and sun protection recommendations. DATA SOURCES:Peer-reviewed literature, web sites of professional and federal organizations. CONCLUSION:The link between skin cancer and ultra-violet radia...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Cooley JH,Quale LM

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To trace the history of radiotherapy and present the latest advances in radiation treatment planning, techniques, and delivery for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. DATA SOURCES:Textbooks, manuals, journals. and internet sites. CONCLUSION:After the introduction of computed tomography into radiat...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Haas ML

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To identify treatment-related toxicities that are either more frequent or more severe in the adolescent and young adult (AYA) oncology population. To explore differences in drug pharmacology and patient physiology that contribute to toxicities in the AYA population and to describe the impact of treatment-rel...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Bukowinski AJ,Burns KC,Parsons K,Perentesis JP,O'Brien MM

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To provide an overview of hereditary cancer susceptibility genes and associated cancer risks. DATA SOURCES:Peer reviewed published research studies and review articles. CONCLUSIONS:Identifying deleterious mutations in cancer susceptibility genes allows for clarification of cancer risk in individual family m...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： MacDonald DJ

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This introduction lays the groundwork for this issue on a Collection of Oncology Nurses' Position Papers. Position papers developed by professional nursing organizations reflect a theoretical and research foundation. The position papers in this collection are relevant to oncology nurses in various practice settings an...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Haylock PJ

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To provide an overview of the hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) process specific to patients with multiple myeloma (MM) and their caregivers. DATA SOURCES:Research studies, book chapters, websites, expert knowledge, and journal articles. CONCLUSION:Although not curative, autologous HSCT is an i...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Koniarczyk HL,Ferraro C,Miceli T

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide an overview of the history of electronic health policy and identify significant laws that influence health informatics. DATA SOURCES:US Department of Health and Human Services. CONCLUSION:The development of health information technology has influenced the process for delivering health care. Publ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Bell K

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To provide a comprehensive overview of the role of the oncology nurse in cancer risk assessment and counseling. DATA SOURCES:Review articles, research studies, and book chapters. CONCLUSION:New genetic discoveries are changing how risk for some cancers is being determined and managed. Cancer risk counseling...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： MacDonald DJ

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide a framework for considering home nursing care of the cancer patient within the context of cancer rehabilitation and to briefly review various aspects of cancer rehabilitation. DATA SOURCES:Review articles and reference books of current and classic works that discuss cancer rehabilitation. CONCLU...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Blesch KS

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine patterns and trends in lung cancer and the risk factors associated with development of this disease. DATA SOURCES:Epidemiologic studies, research studies, review articles, and government reports pertaining to epidemiology of lung cancer. CONCLUSION:Epidemiological evidence documents that most lu...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Valanis BG

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe pediatric palliative care (PPC) in pediatric oncology, the importance of PPC for pediatric oncology patients, disparities within pediatric palliative oncology, innovative strategies for improving PPC access in underserved populations, and implications for oncology nursing practice. DATA SOURCES:...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Currie ER,McPeters SL,Mack JW

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide an overview of the trajectory of select biomarkers and their potential usefulness in symptom management in the older individual with cancer. DATA SOURCES:Empirical data and literature review. CONCLUSION:Biomarkers offer significant opportunities to understand the biological impact of cancer and ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Payne JK

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide a review of the pathophysiology and corresponding signs and symptoms of tumor lysis syndrome (TLS); to review clinical and laboratory monitoring parameters. DATA SOURCES:Primary and tertiary literature and clinical experience. CONCLUSIONS:An understanding of the pathophysiology of TLS, meticulou...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Kaplow R

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To discuss the role and challenges of the oncology nurse navigator working within a multidisciplinary team caring for patients with various types of cancers. DATA SOURCES:Published empirical research and critical analysis articles. CONCLUSION:The experienced oncology nurse in the role of navigator has the ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： McMullen L

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To review the evidence for considering fatigue, depression, and insomnia as a symptom cluster in cancer. DATA SOURCES:Empirical studies, clinical articles, and review articles. CONCLUSION:The single- and multi-symptom measurement approaches are of limited usefulness in distinguishing fatigue, depression, a...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Donovan KA,Jacobsen PB

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increasing numbers of patients are receiving full courses of cisplatin therapy in such outpatient settings as clinics, offices, day hospitals, or home. Outpatient cisplatin therapy is administered safely and effectively in the ambulatory environment. Outpatient therapy is about one third the cost of inpatient therapy ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Frogge MH

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Enrollment barriers and multidisciplinary approaches to increase cancer trials participation are presented. Recruitment barriers, research in Maryland, and a Best Practice for cancer trials are discussed. DATA SOURCES:Journal and research articles, web sites. CONCLUSION:Clinical trials have produced preven...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Baquet CR,Henderson K,Commiskey P,Morrow JN

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Some of the special concerns of the dying patient have been addressed. Loss of control, adequate pain control, and sexuality represent only a small portion of the enormity of caring for dying patients. Great strides have been made in recent years both in the areas of special concerns and recognizing the anticipatory g...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Caruso-Herman D

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00