Abstract

Oncology nurses know the importance of helping patients with cancer cope with their diagnosis and treatment. The impact of the disease and complex treatment regimens affects patients and families on many levels and often results in psychosocial concerns. The Oncology Nursing Society has been a national leader in advocating for complete care of patients with cancer, including the assessment of psychosocial concerns. New standards for accreditation of cancer facilities have brought national attention to this important element of cancer care.

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Authors

Sheldon LK, Harris D, Arcieri C

Institution

University of Massachusetts-Boston, USA. l.kennedysheld@comcast.net

Source

Clinical journal of oncology nursing 16:3 2012 Jun 1 pg 316-9

MeSH

Accreditation
Adaptation, Psychological
Cancer Care Facilities
Evidence-Based Nursing
Humans
Neoplasms
Nurse's Role
Nurse-Patient Relations
Nursing Assessment
Oncologic Nursing
Quality of Health Care

Pub Type(s)

Journal Article

Language

eng

PubMed ID

22641325