abstract：OBJECTIVES:To review oral agents approved for cancer, discuss their mechanism of action and/or molecular targets, and outline side effects and challenges that impact adherence. DATA SOURCES:Peer reviewed literature and on-line drug information. CONCLUSION:Oral agents to treat cancer, although not new, are common and ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Barton D

更新日期：2011-05-01 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：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：OBJECTIVE:To highlight health related quality of life (HRQOL) measures and published outcomes in phase III clinical trials in the four major cancers: breast, prostate, colorectal, and lung. DATA SOURCES:Peer-reviewed journals, textbooks, and abstracts published between 1990 and 2009. CONCLUSION:Over the past 20 years...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： O'Mara AM,Denicoff AM

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To review the treatment factors that can affect male fertility, and the practices at a large metropolitan children's hospital that has successfully developed a sperm banking program. The role of the nurse in the education of families and facilitating the sperm banking process will be described. DATA SOURCES...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Hobbie WL,Ogle SK,Ginsberg JP

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To discuss professional cancer navigation roles, models, implementation process and outcomes of patients and families dealing with head and neck cancers. One specific research is presented as an illustration. DATA SOURCES:Published scientific papers, research review articles, implementations studies. CONCL...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Fillion L,de Serres M,Cook S,Goupil RL,Bairati I,Doll R

更新日期：2009-08-01 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：OBJECTIVES:The implications of the changing face of cancer survivors and the survivorship experience for health promotion are explored. DATA SOURCES:National Cancer Institute and Office of Cancer Survivorship, and research and journal articles. CONCLUSION:Health promotion has become one of the most rapidly expanding ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Rowland JH

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide an overview of the broad, multidimensional construct of sexuality addressing physiologic, psychological, and social dimensions. DATA SOURCES:Research articles, abstracts, standards of care, international reports. CONCLUSION:Multiple insults to the physiologic, psychological, and social dimension...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Tierney DK

更新日期：2008-05-01 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 which patients might be the best candidates to receive combination targeted therapies for the treatment of metastatic breast cancer. DATA SOURCES:Published research articles, abstracts, and clinical experience. CONCLUSION:Factors including tumor size, age, HER2 positivity, and hormone receptor ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Frankel C

更新日期：2007-11-01 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：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：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：OBJECTIVE:To review the epidemiology, pathology, clinical features, prognostic factors, and treatment approaches of patients with AIDS-related lymphoma. DATA SOURCES:Research studies and review articles. CONCLUSION:Aggressive B-cell lymphoma has become one of the more common of the initial AIDS-defining illnesses in ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Levine AM

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To review the development of targeted therapies and the biology of relevant therapeutic targets. To analyze the relevance of targeted agents as part of current clinical practice. DATA SOURCES:Research articles. CONCLUSION:Several targeted agents are now available for clinical use. Their mechanisms of actio...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Kay P

更新日期：2006-02-01 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：OBJECTIVE:To summarize the scientific principles underlying cancer prevention. DATA SOURCES:Articles, text books, personal communications, and experience. CONCLUSION:The scientific basis of cancer prevention is complex and involves experimental and epidemiologic approaches and clinical trials. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSI...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Meyskens FL Jr,Tully P

更新日期：2005-11-01 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：OBJECTIVE:To review progress and future plans for a research program about parents' making treatment decisions for their children with cancer. DATA SOURCES:Theoretical papers, review articles, and research reports. CONCLUSION:Three important questions need to be addressed to achieve the goal of supporting parents in ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Stewart JL,Pyke-Grimm KA,Kelly KP

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide an overview of the diagnostic work-up, intraoperative technologies, postoperative treatment options, and investigational new therapies in patients with malignant brain tumors. DATA SOURCES:Published textbooks and articles and other reference materials. CONCLUSION:Recent improvements in diagnosti...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Bohan E,Glass-Macenka D

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This article will set forth major interests at stake for patients considering predictive genetic testing, some legal bases for protecting patients, and general ethical principles that can guide cancer genetic nurses in their practice. DATA SOURCES:Review of health, ethical, and legal literature CONCLUSION:...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Lowrey KM

更新日期：2004-08-01 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：OBJECTIVES:To review the epidemiology and prevention of teen smoking and the risks of smoking among survivors of childhood cancer. DATA SOURCES:Research articles, government reports, and surveys. CONCLUSION:Nicotine dependence often begins with the first few cigarettes smoked during adolescence. Teen tobacco use is f...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： DiFranza JR,Wellman RJ

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To provide a review of cancer vaccines, how they work, and the current state of the science underlying these treatments. DATA SOURCES:Research studies, review articles, book chapters, personal communications. CONCLUSION:Vaccines have been studied in a variety of malignancies; however, melanoma has provided ...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Muehlbauer PM,Schwartzentruber DJ

更新日期：2003-08-01 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：OBJECTIVES:To review the development of advocacy and its influence on health policy from the perspective of AIDS, the American Cancer Society, the Cancer Leadership Council, and the Patient Advocacy Foundation. DATA SOURCES:Published articles, news articles, books and personal experience. CONCLUSIONS:Advocacy on beha...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Davenport-Ennis N,Cover M,Ades TB,Stovall E

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide an overview of the clinical development of ZD1839 and other epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitors in the treatment of advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). DATA SOURCES:Research articles and abstracts. CONCLUSIONS:Increased understanding of cancer biology has led to the devel...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Thomas M

更新日期：2002-11-01 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 review the progress in the management of ovarian cancer in the last decade and future directions. DATA SOURCES:Research studies, review articles, and abstracts. CONCLUSIONS:There is an increased understanding of ovarian cancer biology, the genetic basis for hereditary ovarian cancer, staging and the rol...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Martin VR

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide an overview of colorectal carcinoma (CRC), including current treatment strategies for various stages of the disease. DATA SOURCES:Research articles and textbooks. CONCLUSIONS:Despite screening methods for early detection of CRC, many patients present with late-stage disease and have a poor progn...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Shelton BK

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide an introduction to the legal concepts that are involved in negligence suits involving oncology nurses. DATA SOURCES:Medline, Lexis, Westlaw, legal literature and texts. CONCLUSIONS:To avoid liability and guard against negligence or malpractice suits, the oncology nurse must be aware of the legal...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Ganschow JR

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide practice guidelines to assist patients and parents in coping with a return of disease. DATA SOURCES:Delphi studies, review, and research articles. CONCLUSIONS:When a child's cancer recurs, the patient and parents are at risk of physical and psychologic difficulties. Guidelines to assist patients...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Hinds PS,Birenbaum LK,Pedrosa AM,Pedrosa F

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To discuss current long-term follow-up management, the need for a long-term database, and creative strategies for follow-up care for cancer survivors. DATA SOURCES:Published articles, position statements, and personal experience. CONCLUSIONS:As the number of long-term cancer survivors increases, there need...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Pelusi J

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe the importance of standardized nursing vocabularies as a foundation for quality in health care decision-making. DATA SOURCES:Literature, online sources, and committee documents. CONCLUSIONS:Several standardized vocabularies are recognized by the American Nurses Association Committee for Nursing...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Elfrink V,Bakken S,Coenen A,McNeil B,Bickford C

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide a review of the nursing committees in both the Children's Cancer Group and the Pediatric Oncology Group and discuss intergroup nursing research collaboration in preparation for the merger of these cooperative clinical trials groups. DATA SOURCES:Review articles, reports, and newsletters from coop...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Ruccione K,Kelly KP

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide a review of the major and minor risk factors for the development of breast cancer and the options for prevention and treatment in women at high risk for breast cancer. DATA SOURCES:Clinical and research articles and textbooks. CONCLUSIONS:Breast cancer is the leading cancer found in women in the...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Gross RE

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide assessment guidelines and management strategies for symptoms affecting nutritional status in patients with cancer. DATA SOURCES:Published articles, book chapters, and research reports. CONCLUSIONS:Patients with cancer experience a variety of symptoms that affect their nutritional status. It is p...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Grant M,Kravits K

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide an overview on cancer patient education. DATA SOURCES:Literature related to demographic and health care trends, patient education, health literacy, and cancer patient information needs. CONCLUSIONS:Cancer patients need information related to diagnosis, treatment, side effects, self-care needs, a...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Treacy JT,Mayer DK

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide an overview of radiation therapy treatment planning and delivery, and discuss technologic advances and their importance in present and future oncologic care. DATA SOURCES:Radiation oncology textbooks and radiation physics and treatment planning textbooks. CONCLUSIONS:The increased sophistication...

journal_title：Seminars in oncology nursing

authors： Nicolaou N

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00