Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing E-Book: Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing E-Book

by Oncology Nursing Society, RN Mahon DNS (Editor), ARNP-C Bell PhD (Editor)

Overview

Prepare for your 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 Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, 6th Edition, this definitive resource maximizes your study and review for OCN certification. - UNIQUE! The only Q&A review book developed in collaboration with and endorsed by the Oncology Nursing Society (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 for Oncology Nursing, 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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323608596
Publisher:	Saunders, W. B. Company
Publication date:	10/04/2019
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	224
File size:	3 MB

Table of Contents

Part One: The Care Continuum1. Epidemiology, Prevention, and Health Promotion2. Screening and Early Detection3. Survivorship4. Palliative and End-of-life Care5. Navigation Across the Cancer Continuum6. Communication and Shared Decision-MakingPart Two: Scientific Basis for Practice7. Carcinogenesis8. Immunology9. Precision Medicine10. Genetic Risk Factors11. Clinical Trials12. Bone and Soft Tissue Cancers13. Breast Cancer14. Gastrointestinal Cancers15. Genitourinary Cancers16. Head and Neck Cancers17. HIV-Related Cancers18. Leukemia19. Lung Cancer20. Lymphoma21. Multiple Myeloma22. Neurologic System Cancers23. Reproductive System Cancers24. Skin CancersPart Three: Treatment Modalities25. Surgery26. Blood and Marrow Transplantation27. Radiation Therapy28. Chemotherapy and Hormonal Therapy29. Biotherapy, Immunotherapy, and Targeted Therapies 30. Support Therapies and Access DevicesPart Four: Palliation of Symptoms31. Pharmacologic Interventions32. Complementary and Alternative Modalities33. Cardiovascular Symptoms34. Cognitive Symptoms 35. Endocrine Symptoms36. Fatigue37. Gastrointestinal Symptoms38. Genitourinary Symptoms39. Hematologic and Immune Symptoms40. Integumentary Symptoms41. Musculoskeletal Symptoms42. Neurologic Symptoms43. Nutrition Issues44. Pain45. Respiratory Symptoms46. Sleep DisturbancesPart Five: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care47. Altered Body Image48. Caregiver Burden49. Cultural and Spiritual Care50. Psychosocial Considerations51. Sexuality and Sexual DysfunctionPart Six: Oncologic Emergencies52. Metabolic Emergencies53. Structural EmergenciesPart Seven: Professional Practice54. Standards of Practice and Professional Performance55. Evidence-Based Practice56. Principles of Education and Learning57. Legal Issues58. Ethical Issues59. Professional Issues60. Compassion Fatigue Answer Key