cover image - Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 6th Edition
ISBN: 9780323608602
Copyright: 2020
Publication Date: 10-09-2019
Page Count: 224
Imprint: Saunders
List Price: $64.99

Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 6th Edition

by Oncology Nursing Society, Suzanne M. Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN and Rose Bell, PhD, ARNP-C, AOCNP®

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cover image - Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 6th Edition
ISBN: 9780323608602
Copyright: 2020
Publication Date: 10-09-2019
Page Count: 224
Imprint: Saunders
List Price: $64.99
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Prepare students for the OCN® Exam with the only study guide endorsed by ONS! Based on the latest test blueprint for the OCN Exam, this is the only question-and-answer review developed in collaboration with the Oncology Nursing Society. Practice questions match the format and makeup of the OCN Exam and reflect important changes in cancer treatment and nursing care. A companion to the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, 6th Edition, this definitive resource maximizes study and review for OCN certification.

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    • NEW! UPDATED content matches the latest OCN® Examination test blueprint and The Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, 6th Edition.
    • UPDATED coverage of cancer treatment and related nursing care includes all important changes, preparing you for the OCN® Exam and for expert clinical practice.
    • UPDATED coverage of the latest research evidence.
    • UPDATED to match the most recent ONS role delineation study.
    • UNIQUE! The only Q&A review book developed in collaboration with and endorsed by ONS, the parent company of the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC), which administers the OCN Examination.
    • UNIQUE! In-depth review matches the ONS Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing and reflects the full continuum of cancer care, the scientific basis for practice, palliation of symptoms, oncologic emergencies, and professional performance
    • UNIQUE! Questions keyed to QSEN (Quality and Safety Education for Nurses) competencies focus on reducing errors and increasing patient safety.
    • Expert contributors include authors who developed the ONS Core Curriculum, other cancer experts, and other practicing oncology nurses.
    • Answer Key includes detailed rationales for correct and incorrect responses.
    • NEW! UPDATED content matches the latest OCN® Examination test blueprint and The Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, 6th Edition.
    • UPDATED coverage of cancer treatment and related nursing care includes all important changes, preparing you for the OCN® Exam and for expert clinical practice.
    • UPDATED coverage of the latest research evidence.
  • Part One: The Care Continuum
    1. Epidemiology, Prevention, and Health Promotion
    2. Screening and Early Detection
    3. Survivorship
    4. Palliative and End-of-life Care
    5. Navigation Across the Cancer Continuum
    6. Communication and Shared Decision-Making
    Part Two: Scientific Basis for Practice
    7. Carcinogenesis
    8. Immunology
    9. Precision Medicine
    10. Genetic Risk Factors
    11. Clinical Trials
    12. Bone and Soft Tissue Cancers
    13. Breast Cancer
    14. Gastrointestinal Cancers
    15. Genitourinary Cancers
    16. Head and Neck Cancers
    17. HIV-Related Cancers
    18. Leukemia
    19. Lung Cancer
    20. Lymphoma
    21. Multiple Myeloma
    22. Neurologic System Cancers
    23. Reproductive System Cancers
    24. Skin Cancers
    Part Three: Treatment Modalities
    25. Surgery
    26. Blood and Marrow Transplantation
    27. Radiation Therapy
    28. Chemotherapy and Hormonal Therapy
    29. Biotherapy, Immunotherapy, and Targeted Therapies
    30. Support Therapies and Access Devices
    Part Four: Palliation of Symptoms
    31. Pharmacologic Interventions
    32. Complementary and Alternative Modalities
    33. Cardiovascular Symptoms
    34. Cognitive Symptoms
    35. Endocrine Symptoms
    36. Fatigue
    37. Gastrointestinal Symptoms
    38. Genitourinary Symptoms
    39. Hematologic and Immune Symptoms
    40. Integumentary Symptoms
    41. Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    42. Neurologic Symptoms
    43. Nutrition Issues
    44. Pain
    45. Respiratory Symptoms
    46. Sleep Disturbances
    Part Five: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care
    47. Altered Body Image
    48. Caregiver Burden
    49. Cultural and Spiritual Care
    50. Psychosocial Considerations
    51. Sexuality and Sexual Dysfunction
    Part Six: Oncologic Emergencies
    52. Metabolic Emergencies
    53. Structural Emergencies
    Part Seven: Professional Practice
    54. Standards of Practice and Professional Performance
    55. Evidence-Based Practice
    56. Principles of Education and Learning
    57. Legal Issues
    58. Ethical Issues
    59. Professional Issues
    60. Compassion Fatigue
    Answer Key
  • Oncology Nursing Society, Suzanne M. Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN, Professor, Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Saint Louis University; Professor, Adult Nursing, Saint Louis University School of Nursing, St. Louis, Missouri and Rose Bell, PhD, ARNP-C, AOCNP®, Director,Professional Practice,Education and Research, Nursing, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Adjunct Assistant Clinical Professor, Nursing University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York
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