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Evidence-Based Practice Education For Nurses Caring For Oncology Patients With Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy: A Quality Improvement Project., Natalie N. Ellis, Pamela Hardesty
Evidence-Based Practice Education For Nurses Caring For Oncology Patients With Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy: A Quality Improvement Project., Natalie N. Ellis, Pamela Hardesty
Graduate Publications and Other Selected Works - Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
BACKGROUND: Nurses are one of the primary sources of information for patients during their healthcare journey. Patient education can mean the difference between a positive and negative outcome. Oncology patients undergoing chemotherapy are an especially vulnerable population and education and preparation for potential side-effects related to chemotherapy is important. There are several ways to control chemotherapy-induced side effects (CISE). One of the debilitating side effects can be chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). While difficult to manage, the support of nursing staff to encourage patients to take an active role in their care could help decrease the risk of CIPN and improve …