Cancer Cachexia
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):95-100. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.95-100.ABSTRACTCancer cachexia is characterized by metabolic dysregulation, inflammation, and reduced food intake, and it results in loss of skeletal muscle. Although cachexia is pervasive in patients with advanced cancer, comprehensive cac.PMID:38252858 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.95-100 (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Amanda French Source Type: research

COVID-19 Vaccination Hesitancy Among Marginalized Communities: Oncology Nurse Clinicians' Role in Fostering Community Engagement
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):107-111. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.107-111.ABSTRACTIn the United States, historically marginalized groups carry higher burdens of chronic disease like cancer and shoulder disproportionate mortality and morbidity from COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccination is associated with fewer COV.PMID:38252859 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.107-111 (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Ijeoma Julie Eche-Ugwu Nadia Alcindor Source Type: research

Stigma, Communication, and Clinical Oncology Care: Three Case Studies
This article presents three case studies that illustrate stigma-associated issues and strategies to address those issues in clinical oncology care.FINDINGS: Identifying intersectional stigmas in clinical care, each case study includes the patient's background information, a social assessment, and a clinical update, as well as an example of dialogue between the nurse and patient. Each case study ends with commentary and questions to further illustrate stigma-related issues in clinical oncology care. Finally, supporting the case studies, the toolbox includes inclusive language; principles of universal precautions to apply to...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Gretchen A McNally Megan Roy Caroline Etland Ellen Carr Source Type: research

Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy Using 177Lu-DOTATATE: Nursing Roles in Managing Patients With Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):79-87. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.79-87.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (GEP-NETs) are a diverse family of cancers that occur within the gastrointestinal tract and pancreas. Peptide receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) via 177Lu-DOTATATE is a newer therapeutic option for certain patients with somatostatin receptor-positive GEP-NETs.OBJECTIVES: This review informs on how oncology nurses treating patients with GEP-NETs receiving PRRT using 177Lu-DOTATATE can facilitate care.METHODS: Guidance on the monitoring, management, and care of patients undergoing PRRT for...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Bonita Bennett Linda Gardner Pamela Ryan Source Type: research

For the (Rigorous) Love of Oncology Nursing
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):4-5. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.4-5.ABSTRACTAlthough the nursing profession has seen significant changes, the core of nursing has never changed. It has always been and will always be about serving all people with holistic care in whatever ways they need at the time.PMID:38252862 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.4-5 (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Joni L Watson Source Type: research

Colorectal Cancer in Young Adults: Considerations for Oncology Nurses
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):10-14. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.10-14.ABSTRACTThe incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) in the young adult population has increased during the past several decades, which is concerning to healthcare professionals. Awareness of CRC needs to be at the forefront for healthca.PMID:38252863 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.10-14 (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Nina N Grenon Source Type: research

Impact of a Nurse-Led Palliative Care Screening Tool on Medical Oncology Units
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):26-31. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.26-31.ABSTRACTThere is a lack of early integration of palliative care in patients with advanced cancer, which has been shown to result in suboptimal quality of life across their disease continuum. Standardized palliative care screening too.PMID:38252864 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.26-31 (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Kaitlyn Whyman Katherine Thompson Michelle M Turner Source Type: research

Applying the SEIPS Framework to Redesign Chemotherapy Desensitization Within the Intensive Care Unit
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):89-93. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.89-93.ABSTRACTChemotherapy desensitization (CD) enables patients with allergic reactions to receive chemotherapy safely. However, ineffective workflows, delays, and communication gaps between the oncology unit and the intensive care unit c.PMID:38252865 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.89-93 (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Muriel Moyo Jennifer Cook Maurice Espinoza Jennifer Hoff Source Type: research

Standardization of the Verification Nurse Role in the Delivery of Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):101-106. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.101-106.ABSTRACTAfter a chemotherapy overdose in 1994 resulted in the death of one patient and the permanent injury of another, the role of the verification nurse was created at a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer c.PMID:38252866 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.101-106 (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Lisa Caltieri Mary Schumann Katie Hambright Julie Smith Asya Borthwick Linda Temperino Source Type: research

How Can Gaps in Oncology Sexual Health Care Be Addressed With the Independent Practice of Nurses?
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):112. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.112.ABSTRACTOver the years, I have embraced various roles ascending the ladder of healthcare leadership, shouldering immense responsibilities and persistently seeking opportunities for professional development. This drive for continuous.PMID:38252867 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.112 (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Traci A Owen Source Type: research

An Evidence-Based Review of the Safety and Efficacy of Remote Chemotherapy Verification
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):1-5. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.1-5.AP.ABSTRACTIn response to the nursing shortage and the emergence of telehealth opportunities, the Oncology Nursing Society used an evidence-based approach to examine current literature and trends for the two-person independent double ch.PMID:38252851 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.1-5.AP (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Erica Fischer-Cartlidge Caroline Clark Sarah B Kibbee Kerri Moriarty Source Type: research

Critical Event Debriefing: Impacts on Clinical Practice and Implications for Oncology Nurses
This article aims to examine critical event debriefing and identify ways oncology nurses can implement a critical event debriefing framework into their clinical practice.METHODS: A literature search was conducted in CINAHL® and PubMed® databases for articles related to critical event debriefing and compassion fatigue and burnout among oncology nurses. A case study demonstrates the use of critical event debriefing on an oncology unit.FINDINGS: Critical event debriefing frameworks can enhance teamwork, help initiate process improvements, and offer psychological support to improve emotional well-being. Additional research i...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Molly Joyce Joanne Itano Source Type: research

Stigma in Clinical Oncology
This article provides a scholarly foundation to acknowledge and address health-related stigma in clinical oncology care.METHODS: This comprehensive clinical literature review is based on peer-reviewed articles identified through targeted searches in CINAHL®, PubMed®, and Google Scholar™ databases.FINDINGS: This review provides an updated scholarly foundation about stigma in clinical oncology practice. The review highlights stigma in clinical oncology research, identifies a framework for examining multilevel health-related stigma and discrimination, examines stigma measurement instruments, and reviews stigma reduction i...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Gretchen A McNally Source Type: research

Efficacy of a Home-Based, Unsupervised Physical Activity Program on Fatigue, Sleep Quality, and Quality of Life in Survivors of Breast Cancer
This study was an experimental study with a prospective control group. Female survivors of BC were randomly assigned to either the home-based, unsupervised PA intervention group or the control group for 12 weeks. Fatigue, sleep quality, and QOL were assessed with questionnaires at baseline and the 12th week.FINDINGS: The home-based, unsupervised PA program yielded positive effects on fatigue and QOL among participants. The program did not affect sleep quality.PMID:38252854 | DOI:10.1188/24.CJON.63-70 (Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing)
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: K übra Erturhan Türk Meryem Y ılmaz Source Type: research

Standard of Care for Psychological Assessment of Patients Undergoing Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):71-78. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.71-78.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Comprehensive care prior to allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (alloHSCT) can improve patient outcomes, yet psychological assessment prior to transplantation has been overlooked as a standard of care.OBJECTIVES: This review summarizes the evidence on psychological assessment for patients undergoing alloHSCT and explores the impact of psychological distress and/or psychological disorders on clinical outcomes and overall survival.METHODS: A literature search was conducted using PubMed®, CINAHL®, Embase®, and PsycINFO...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - January 22, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Brooke E Trigiani Carolee Polek Source Type: research