oncology

Acute myeloid leukemia

James Solari*, an 80-year-old man, recently received a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML). He’s been hospitalized for a month, including an ICU stay before transferring to the…
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Differentiation syndrome: An emerging oncologic complication

Nurses are critical to recognizing and managing this life-threatening condition.  Learning Objectives  Identify the pathophysiology of differentiation syndrome (DS). Compare DS with tumor lysis syndrome. Discuss DS management.…

Gut microbiome and health

Our skin, scalp, mucous membranes, teeth, and digestive system are covered with symbiotic microorganisms we need for health. Some researchers describe the microbes in our digestive system (the…

My cancer journey

I’m a nurse. I’m not supposed to be a patient. I’m not supposed to get cancer. I have too much to do to add cancer and its treatment…

Oncology nursing core competencies

As more patients survive cancer, nursing education must meet the demand for nurses who can care for them. Takeaways: At the same time that death rates from cancer…
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Recognizing complications in the oncology patient

Quick response includes paying attention to the details. Takeaways: Rapid assessment is key to identifying early complications in the oncology patient. Sense of urgency for early intervention is…

Recognizing oncologic emergencies

The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2023 over 1.9 million individuals will receive a diagnosis of some form of cancer. Many will seek care for oncologic emergencies…

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