Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing

by Oncology Nursing Society (Editor), Suzanne M. Mahon DNS, RN, AOCN, AGN-BC, FAAN (Editor), Marcelle Kaplan MS, RN, AOCN-Emeritus, CBCN-Emeritus (Editor)

Overview

Prepare for success on the OCN^® Exam with the definitive Q&A review from the Oncology Nursing Society! Based on the latest test blueprint for the OCN^® Exam, this study guide is the only question-and-answer review developed in collaboration with the Oncology Nursing Society. Chapters correspond to the chapters in the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, 7th Edition, and practice questions match the format and Test Plan for the OCN^® Exam. Detailed rationales are provided for both correct and incorrect answers, reinforcing your understanding of oncology nursing. A new companion Evolve website includes all of the Study Guide content in a fully interactive quizzing engine that simulates an actual OCN^® Exam in either Study Mode (with immediate question feedback) or Exam Mode (with feedback only at the end of the simulated exam). Choose the definitive Q&A study resource for OCN^® certification!

• UNIQUE! The only Q&A review book developed in collaboration with and endorsed by the Oncology Nursing Society.
• UNIQUE! In-depth Q&A review reflects the latest OCN^® Test Plan and essential content from the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, including the full continuum of cancer care, the scientific basis for practice, palliation of symptoms, oncologic emergencies, and professional performance.
• More than 1,000 review questions are written by OCN^®-certified experts to ensure high quality and consistency with the ONS Core Curriculum and OCN^® Exam, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and quality care.
• Answer Key includes detailed rationales for correct and incorrect responses.

• NEW! Updated content reflects the exam blueprint for the 2022 OCN^® Examination, along with the latest research evidence and important changes in cancer treatment and related nursing care.
• NEW! Fully interactive quizzing engine on a new Evolve website includes all of the Study Guide content, simulating an actual OCN^® Exam in either Study Mode (with immediate question feedback) or Exam Mode (with feedback only at the end of the simulated exam).

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323930529
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date:	05/01/2024
Edition description:	7th ed.
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 10.88(h) x (d)

About the Author

Martha Langhorne is a Nurse Practitioner, United Health Services Hospitals, Gastroenterology, Binghamton, New York.

Table of Contents

Part One: Health Promotion, Screening and Early Detection
1. Epidemiology, Prevention, and Health Promotion
2. Screening and Early Detection

Part Two: Scientific Basis for Practice
3. Carcinogenesis
4. Immunology
5. Genetic Risk Factors
6. Research Protocols and Clinical Trials
7. Breast Cancer
8. Lung Cancer
9. Cancers of the Gastrointestinal Tract
10. Cancers of the Reproductive System
11. Cancers of the Urinary System
12. Skin Cancer
13. Head and Neck Cancers
14. Cancers of the Neurologic System
15. Leukemia
16. Lymphoma and Multiple Myeloma
17. Bone and Soft Tissue Cancers
18. HIV-Related Cancers

Part Three: Treatment Modalities
19. Nursing Implication of Surgical Treatment
20. Nursing Implications of Blood and Marrow Transplant
21. Nursing Implications of Radiation Therapy
22. Nursing implications of Chemotherapy
23. Nursing implications of Targeted Therapies and Biotherapy
24. Nursing implications of Support Therapies and Procedures

Part Four: Symptom Management
25. Pharmacologic Interventions
26. Complimentary and Integrative Modalities
27. Alterations in Hematologic and Immune Function
28. Alterations in Gastrointestinal Function
29. Alterations in Genitourinary Function
30. Alterations in Musculoskeletal, Integumentary and Neurologic Functions
31. Alterations in Respiratory Function
32. Alterations in Cardiovascular Function
33. Alterations in Nutritional Status
34. Comfort

Part Five: Psychosocial Dimensions of Care
35. Cultural, Spiritual, and Religious Diversity
36. Altered Body Image
37. Coping Mechanisms and Skills
38. Psychosocial Disturbances and Alterations
39. Sexuality

Part Six: Oncologic Emergencies
40. Metabolic Emergencies
41. Structural Emergencies

Part Seven: Survivorship
42. Survivorship

Part Eight: Palliative and End-of-life Care
43. Palliative and End-of-life Care

Part Nine: Professional Practice
44. Evidence-Based Practice and Standards of Oncology Nursing
45. Education Process
46. Legal Issues
47. Ethical Issues
48. Professional Issues
Answer Key

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Prepare for success on the OCN^® Exam with the definitive Q&A review from the Oncology Nursing Society