Oncology Nurse-Centric Workshop: Dermatologic Reactions, Peripheral Neuropathies, Hypersensitivity Reactions, and Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting

Description
New systemic therapies offer great promise in improving cancer survival. While some novel therapies may have side-effect profiles similar to previous generations of therapeutic agents, others present challenges in terms of effective nursing assessment and management. This 2-hour symposium will focus on the treatment-related toxicities oncology nurses perceive to be the most challenging, namely, dermatologic reactions, peripheral neuropathies, hypersensitivity reactions, and chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. A national oncology nurse thought leader will present a short workshop highlighting each symptom, including model algorithms and tools for assessment and management. An interactive question-and-answer activity will help to identify barriers (ie, institutional, personal, cultural) to algorithm implementation. Strategies for overcoming these barriers will be outlined and discussed, ultimately providing attendees with a working model for incorporating up-to-date standards into their routine nursing practices.

Chemotherapy-Induced Anemia: An Expert Panel Discussion

Description
Management of cancer treatment side effects is among the key roles of nurses caring for cancer patients. CINV, CIA, and OM are among the most common and distressing toxicities of cancer treatment. They negatively impact patients’ quality of life and may cause treatment delays and interfere with patients’ outcomes. In this interactive game show symposium, a panel of thoughtleaders in oncology supportive care, who are cancer survivors themselves, will discuss key aspects of CINV, CIA, and OM management. Appropriate patient education will be highlighted.