Oncology Nursing Secrets

Using a question-and-answer format, this book provides practical pearls of wisdom and tricks of the trade to enhance your oncology nursing skills and aid in effective decision-making when caring for your patients. Written by experts in the field, this reference provides insightful answers, bulleted lists, and tables so you get the best information in an easy-to-read format. Keep it on hand every day in the clinical setting, use it to review for certification, or add it to your professional library at home!

• The 75 Top Secrets, listed in the front of the book, highlight the key points you should know about oncology nursing.
• Key Points boxes in each chapter outline important points to remember.
• Internet Resources boxes direct you to more information on a variety of topics via the web.
• Versatile question-and-answer format, written by experts in the field, makes this book great for both the experienced and new nurse.

• A chapter on sleep-wake disturbances enables you to help patients get the rest they need.
• Expanded content in chapters on carcinogenesis and genetics, biologic and targeted therapy, leukemia and myeloidyplastic syndrome, and disseminated intravascular coagulation provides a deeper look into these important aspects of oncology nursing.