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  1. building relationships with patients

    Inpatient oncology is generally very problem-focused (BMT, acute pain, acute nausea, bleeding, etc) so patients turnover quickly, although some do end up needing longer-term hospitalization. Outpatient oncology offers an opportunity for ongoing follo...
  2. How valuable is your OCN?

    My company offers an annual $1000 bonus for OCN nurses; no reimbursement for the initial costs associated with ONS membership and OCN test fee.
  3. Xeloda

    Xeloda is very common and there is a wide range of doses and schedules. In addition the GI symptoms mappers mentioned, it can also cause dermatological side effects, known as "hand-foot syndrome;" you can find photos with a quick Google search. We do...
  4. What does left lung cancer status post 3 cycles treatment mean?

    Depending on tumor size, location, staging, etc, lung cancer is often treated with concurrent chemoradiation. Many patients who complete treatment will have lingering pulmonary symptoms secondary to radiation-related changes ie scarring/scar tissues,...
  5. Thinking of oncology nursing

    I agree with mappers; a solid nursing foundation will get you far in oncology. My workplace (outpatient oncology) leans towards RNs who have a critical care background, ie ICU or ER, as our patient population can turn on a dime and the ability to re...