Oncology Nursing Clinical Reference

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.