Oncology Nursing

This classic text offers a comprehensive, yet concise and manageable overview of oncology nursing. New to this edition, symptom management topics are now presented in a separate unit so you'll easily see how to effectively improve your patients' sense of wellbeing. Over 400 multiple-choice review questions complement chapter case studies to reinforce what you've learned as well as prepare you for certification exams.Comprehensive yet concise overview of oncology nursingConsistent format in disease chapters for quick access and understanding of key informationReview questions with answers and rationales at the end of each chapterNew chapter on Functional Status and its effect on patient outcomesNew chapter on Ethical Considerations for the oncology nurseNew chapters on Skin Integrity, Oral Mucositis, Bone Marrow SuppressionNew chapter on Palliative Care offers information regarding providing physical and emotional comfort to dying patients and their familiesNew chapters on Patient Education and Family Caregiving for information on assisting families that provide needed health services and support outside of the healthcare settingNew Symptom Management unit with new chapters on Dyspnea, Sleep Disturbance, Nausea, and Hot FlashesCase studies at the end of each chapter correspond with chapter content and review questions with rationales