abstract：:Providing care for patients with cancer places caregivers at risk for experiencing elevated levels of stress. Caregivers of patients with brain tumors may be at increased risk because of the multifaceted needs of this patient population. As such, the authors sought to determine caregiver preferences toward various typ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Swartz JJ,Keir ST

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Central venous access plays an important role in modern medical patient assessment and treatment. The use of central venous access devices has become routine in the oncology setting. Clinical oncology nurses need to know how the devices function, how to provide proper care, and how to manage potential side effects. Th...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Arch P

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multiple myeloma (MM), a neoplastic proliferation of plasma cells originating from the B-cell line, is associated with deleterious complications and poor outcomes. The failure of conventional combination chemotherapies to improve the overall survival of patients with MM has led to the use of high-dose chemotherapy sup...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Rodriguez AL,Tariman JD,Enecio T,Estrella SM

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anemia is a decrease in circulating red blood cells that contributes to a complex group of symptoms. Anemia may be present in more than half of all patients with cancer but often is assessed, documented, prevented, and treated inadequately. Individuals with cancer are living longer, and the number of cancer treatment ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Hurter B,Bush NJ

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intraperitoneal (IP) therapy is the administration of chemotherapy or biologic agents directly into the peritoneal cavity. A recent Gynecologic Oncology Group trial showed a survival advantage for women with advanced ovarian cancer and small residual disease after initial surgical staging and debulking who received IP...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Almadrones L

更新日期：2007-04-01 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：: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：:Oncology nurses and ancillary support personnel who work in oncology settings are at risk for exposure to antineoplastic drugs in their workplaces. A review of the literature reveals issues of environmental contamination and personal exposure. Although the United States has no formal regulations regarding hazardous dr...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Gambrell J,Moore S

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

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_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Marrs JA

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Screening for illness should be an evidence-based activity. Screening tests are useful only if they reduce mortality or morbidity. Therefore, healthcare professionals must know how to evaluate research about screening tests to be sure that, in fact, the tests actually accomplish their goals. Tests that generate many f...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Fields MM,Chevlen E

更新日期：2006-02-01 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

abstract：:Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) represents about 14% of all leukemias and occurs with a frequency of about 1 in 100,000. It is rare in children. Symptoms include fatigue, weight loss, sweating, and abdominal discomfort from an enlarged spleen. The white blood cell count can range from 100-600 ul. CML has three phas...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： D'Antonio J

更新日期：2005-10-01 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：:Communication skills are the cornerstone of the patient-provider relationship in cancer care. Lack of these skills can diminish patient disclosure, increase patient anxiety, and decrease satisfaction with care. The purpose of this article is to evaluate the literature regarding the efficacy and outcomes of communicati...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Kennedy Sheldon L

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cast a wide net, and include internal and external customers in planning. Keep communicating about the results of the needs assessment and each plan as it emerges. Ask everyone involved for feedback. Employ clinicians with experience and solid credentials, and have a plan for measuring outcomes. ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Murray Edwards D

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST), a form of soft-tissue sarcoma, is the most common noncarcinomatous tumor of the gastrointestinal tract. Despite its high incidence of recurrence, the malignant potential of GIST has been under-recognized. Advances in diagnostic technology since 2000 have led to increased diagnose...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Griffin JM,Amand MS,Demetri GD

更新日期：2005-04-01 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：: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：:The blood-brain barrier (BBB) is a physiologic barrier that protects the brain from toxic substances, including most of the chemotherapeutic agents used today. The BBB may be partly responsible for the poor efficacy of chemotherapy for malignant primary or metastatic brain tumors. A technique of osmotic modification o...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Haluska M,Anthony ML

更新日期：2004-06-01 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

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：:Approximately 11,000 Americans will be diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in 2003, and about 75% ultimately will die from the disease. Despite significant advances in understanding biologic, molecular, and cytogenetic aspects of this malignancy, several other areas remain poorly understood. During the 1990s, ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Iovino CS,Camacho LH

更新日期：2003-09-01 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：: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：:Leptomeningeal metastases typically have been a rare complication of systemic cancers. The incidence is increasing for cancers of the breast and lung, primarily because of more effective treatment modalities and longer survival. Presentation consists of multiple symptoms related to areas in the central nervous system,...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Gordon BM,Myers JS

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since 1980, the placement of central venous access devices has become routine, and these catheters have been of great benefit in the treatment of patients with cancer. Unfortunately, central venous catheters have not been without complications. Central line sepsis has been reported to be one of the most frequently occ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Peterson KK

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many hospitalized patients with cancer are malnourished. Some become critically ill and experience delayed wound healing, loss of muscle strength, and reduced infection fighting ability as a consequence of the loss of nutritional reserves. Complications of critical illness may cause interruption in normal gastrointest...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Sargent C,Murphy D,Shelton BK

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastric cancer is difficult to diagnose at an early stage. Signs and symptoms of the disease often only occur when advanced or metastatic disease is present. A very small number of gastric cancers are hereditary. The mutation to the E-cadherin gene has high penetrance and confers a lifetime risk of gastric cancer of 8...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Giarelli E

更新日期：2002-05-01 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：:Patients with cancer often use massage therapy as an adjunct treatment. Oncology nurses can be advocates for patients seeking massage therapy by educating them to be informed consumers of massage therapy. They can stress that patients with cancer use massage therapists who have graduated from accredited programs, meet...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Gecsedi RA

更新日期：2002-01-01 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：: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：:Both of the articles reviewed here as well as the references, suggest that very little is actually known about the impact of many aspects of genetic testing. How decision are made about genetic testing in people who do not have cancer, how the results of testing are used used to guide care, and ultimately how people a...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Mahon SM

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nearly all patients experience some degree of urinary irritative or obstructive symptoms following brachytherapy for definitive treatment of early-stage prostate cancer. The American Urological Association (AUA) Symptom Index is a tool developed to measure urinary function and can be incorporated into postoperative nu...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Abel LJ,Blatt HJ,Stipetich RL,Fuscardo JA,Dafoe-Lambie JC,Dorsey AT,Butler WM,Merrick GS

更新日期：2000-05-01 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：:Malnutrition is the most common secondary diagnosis in patients with cancer and is a major prognostic indicator for poor response to cancer therapy and shortened survival. The word CANCER can be used as an acronym to guide early nutritional intervention that combines an understanding of cancer cachexia with a plan to ...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Wilson RL

更新日期：2000-01-01 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：:As the trend of surgical procedures shifting from inpatient to outpatient settings continues, outpatient-focused standardized care processes will become more of a necessity. A multidisciplinary critical pathway (CP) for breast cancer surgery can assist care providers in meeting patients' educational and psychosocial n...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Sladek ML,Swenson KK,Ritz LJ,Schroeder LM

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this article is to review information relative to the administration, stability, and compatibility of paclitaxel (Taxol, Mead Johnson Oncology Products, Princeton, NJ). The unique formulation used to solubilize paclitaxel has led to an increased awareness of plasticizer-leaching issues, paclitaxel stabi...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Boyle DA,Goldspiel BR

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article provides guidelines for the use of amifostine (Ethyol, Alza Pharmaceuticals, Palo Alto, CA, and U.S. Bioscience, Inc., West Conshohocken, PA), a pancytoprotective agent approved for reducing renal toxicity associated with cisplatin administration in patients with advanced ovarian or non-small cell lung ca...

journal_title：Clinical journal of oncology nursing

authors： Lindemann K

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00