An initiative to implement a triage and referral system to make exercise and rehabilitation referrals standard of care in oncology
ConclusionsImplementation of a validated triage tool by medical assistants and brief counseling by a rehabilitation navigator resulted in 45% of infusion patients accepting a referral to exercise or rehabilitation. The triage process showed promise for making exercise referrals standard of care for patients undergoing cancer treatment.
Source: Supportive Care in Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
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