Clinical Practice Protocols in Oncology Nursing

Clinical Practice Protocols in Oncology Nursing

Author: Debra S. Prescher-Hughes

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 710

ISBN-13: 9780763736392

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"Clinical Practice Protocols in Oncology Nursing is ideal for oncology nurses, oncology nurses in training, and administrators of cancer care clinics and hospitals.


Mosby's Oncology Nursing Advisor E-Book

Mosby's Oncology Nursing Advisor E-Book

Author: Susan Maloney-Newton

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2008-04-10

Total Pages: 1410

ISBN-13: 0323079342

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Like getting 7 books in 1, MOSBY'S ONCOLOGY NURSING ADVISOR provides quick access to essential information on a wide range of cancer topics, including types of cancer, treatment options, symptom management, palliative care, and patient teaching. Its user-friendly layout and straightforward coverage make it ideal for use in any clinical setting, offering authoritative guidance to help you provide the best possible oncology nursing care. Detailed descriptions of over 50 major cancer types provide essential information on incidence, etiology and risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic workup, histology, staging, treatment, prognosis, and prevention. Coverage of cancer management principles outlines a wide range of treatment and pharmacologic modalities, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormonal therapy, biological response modifiers, and complementary and alternative therapies. Symptom management guidelines provide in-depth coverage of pathophysiology, assessment tools, lab and diagnostic tests, differential diagnoses, interventions, follow up care, and resources for over 30 common symptoms associated with cancer and cancer treatments. Essential information on many oncologic emergencies and emergent issues prepares you to respond quickly to structural, metabolic, and hematologic emergencies. Helpful patient teaching resources include more than 25 reproducible patient teaching handouts. An entire section on palliative care and end-of-life issues offers helpful guidelines for dealing with topics related to hospice care, communication in palliative care, the final hours of the cancer patient, ethical considerations, and loss, grief, and bereavement. Serves as a great study tool for the oncology nursing certification exam..


Oncology Nursing Clinical Reference

Oncology Nursing Clinical Reference

Author: Shirley E. Otto

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2004-01-01

Total Pages: 532

ISBN-13: 9780323025171

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Designed to keep pace with the many demands and challenges placed upon the oncology and medical-surgical nurse, this handy resource contains "must-know" oncology information in a quick access format. Using a symptom-management approach to oncology nursing, this easy-to-use reference features succinct coverage of common types of cancer, including a chapter on pediatric cancers. The drug information section of the book and appendix features content from the Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2004. Practical, clinical information provided in a concise outline format. Clear, consistent organization makes information easy to find. Topics are listed at the beginning of each chapter with corresponding book pages numbers to facilitate ease of use. Written by an experienced practitioner and author. Oncologic Emergencies chapter details 12 different emergencies. Covers important end-of-life and psychosocial issues with chapters on Hospice & Palliative Care and Grief & Bereavement Issues. Includes chapters on support therapies such as Complementary, Alternative, & Herbal Medicine, Hormonal Therapy, and Nutrition. Symptom Management chapter helps practitioners identify and share important comfort information with patients. Appendix includes the most commonly prescribed chemotherapeutic agents and pain medications for cancer patients. Spiral binding allows easy carrying and reference while in a clinical setting.


Oncology Nursing

Oncology Nursing

Author: Christine Miaskowski

Publisher: Singular

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 390

ISBN-13:

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A valuable resource for all oncology practice settings that focuses on nursing diagnoses for specific cancers and oncologic emergencies, with the emphasis on the nursing interventions and supportive rationales for each problem.


Holland-Frei Cancer Medicine

Holland-Frei Cancer Medicine

Author: Robert C. Bast, Jr.

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2017-03-10

Total Pages: 2004

ISBN-13: 111900084X

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Holland-Frei Cancer Medicine, Ninth Edition, offers a balanced view of the most current knowledge of cancer science and clinical oncology practice. This all-new edition is the consummate reference source for medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, internists, surgical oncologists, and others who treat cancer patients. A translational perspective throughout, integrating cancer biology with cancer management providing an in depth understanding of the disease An emphasis on multidisciplinary, research-driven patient care to improve outcomes and optimal use of all appropriate therapies Cutting-edge coverage of personalized cancer care, including molecular diagnostics and therapeutics Concise, readable, clinically relevant text with algorithms, guidelines and insight into the use of both conventional and novel drugs Includes free access to the Wiley Digital Edition providing search across the book, the full reference list with web links, illustrations and photographs, and post-publication updates


Handbook of Oncology Nursing

Handbook of Oncology Nursing

Author: Bonny L. Johnson

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 836

ISBN-13: 9780763706241

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This completely revised edition continues to reflect information about the treatment of cancer, oncologic emergencies, and common clinical problems. Prepared for the nurse caring for cancer patients, there is extensive use of practical problem/intervention tables. New content, such as fatigue and spirituality, together with completely updated chapters, provide the nurse in the hospital, clinic, or home with an easy-to-use guide for dealing with complex patient problems.


Pocket Guide to Oncology Nursing

Pocket Guide to Oncology Nursing

Author: Shirley E. Otto

Publisher: Mosby Incorporated

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 620

ISBN-13: 9780815165477

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This assemblage of practical clinical information on oncology nursing is presented in a concise, easy-to-use format. Extensive use of tables, charts, graphs, and figures helps readers to organize and consolidate information on patient teaching guidelines, geriatric considerations, oncologic complications, and nursing interventions. 55 illus.


Pediatric Oncology Nursing

Pediatric Oncology Nursing

Author: Deborah Tomlinson

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2005-07-09

Total Pages: 455

ISBN-13: 3540267840

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This comprehensive clinical handbook for nurses in paediatric haematology/oncology, contains in-depth information regarding patho-physiology, diagnosis, treatment, advanced assessment and interventions.


Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing

Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing

Author: Joanne Itano

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2005-01-01

Total Pages: 993

ISBN-13: 0721603572

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Published in collaboration with the ONS, this text is the definitive source for concepts and practices in oncology nursing and can be used for orientation of nurses to oncology, inservice and continuing education programs for practicing nurses, a basis for curriculum development in graduate programs, and as a review tool for certification. Based on the blueprint of the certification examination by the ONCC (Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation), the book is in outline format to help readers focus on the most important information. Instructor resources available; contact your sales representative for details. Covers the entire scope of the specialty ensuring comprehensive coverage Outline format helps the reader focus on the most important information Effective guide for teaching and learning for in-service, continuing education, and academic programs Powerful study tool for the ONCC certification exam Tables and figures illustrate complex concepts * Entirely revised, updated, and expanded to reflect the current state of oncology nursing practice. * Expanded pain management content. * New content on nonpharmacologic interventions (e.g. heat massage, imagery). * New content on alternative therapies.