ONA Partners Archives - Oncology Nurse Advisor Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:08:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2024/01/cropped-CTA-ONA-HEM-favicon-32x32.png ONA Partners Archives - Oncology Nurse Advisor 32 32 Unveiling Disordered Eating in AYA Patients Undergoing Cancer Treatment https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/departments/from-cancercare/unveiling-disordered-eating-young-adult-patients-cancer-patient-treatment-risk/ Fri, 16 Feb 2024 14:15:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=116767 Oncology healthcare professionals have a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of AYA patients with cancer who struggle with disordered eating during their cancer treatment.]]> Steering Patients With Lung Cancer Toward Reputable Information Sources https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/departments/from-cancercare/lung-cancer-reputable-information-sources-steering-patients-treatment-risk/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:50:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=114239 Older black woman on computer.This review explores the challenges patients with lung cancer and their caregivers face with finding quality information and resources for coping with the challenges of their disease.]]> Supporting the Family Affected by a Pediatric Cancer Diagnosis: Siblings Matter, Too https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/departments/from-cancercare/pediatric-cancer-family-affected-support-diagnosis-siblings-treatment-risk/ Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:50:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=111315 Nurse Wellness a Key to Improved Patient Outcomes, Overall Experience https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/from-fox-chase-cancer-center/nurse-wellness-key-improved-patient-outcomes-experience/ Tue, 08 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=109700 Thoughful nurseEmployee assistance programs and accompanying tools for oncology nurses lead to not only increased job satisfaction and a healthier, happier staff, but an improved overall experience for patients.]]> Nurturing a Smooth Transition to Cancer Survivorship for Adolescents https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/departments/from-cancercare/smooth-transition-cancer-survivorship-adolescents-treatment-risk/ Mon, 31 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=109550 A nurse speaks with a female teen patient.Adolescents may have special support needs as they transition from a cancer diagnosis and treatment to survivorship.]]> Vicarious Trauma: Preventing, Recognizing Its Effects in Oncology Clinicians https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/departments/from-cancercare/vicarious-trauma-preventing-recognizing-effects-oncology-nurse-treatment-risk/ Fri, 26 May 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=108014 A cancer diagnosis can be traumaticA review of how vicarious trauma develops in helping professionals such as oncology nurses, and some preventive measures to mitigate its effects.]]> The Fundamental Role of Transitional Nurse Navigation in Effective Patient Care https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/from-fox-chase-cancer-center/cancer-fundamental-role-transitional-nurse-navigation-effective-patient-treatment/ Fri, 31 Mar 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=106276 Nurse talking to patient.A review of the role of nurse navigators as patients enter the healthcare system, throughout their cancer journey, and as they prepare to transition away from acute cancer care.]]> Meeting Patients’ Spiritual Needs in Oncology Care https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/departments/from-cancercare/meeting-patients-spiritual-needs-oncology-care-treatment-risk/ Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:50:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=106213 In addition to helping control symptoms, CAM may also address the emotional, spiritual, and mental needs of patients, allowing them to cope better with their diagnosis. This may ultimately lead to an improved quality of life.2,3A review of the importance of spiritual care for patients with cancer, and tips for how to incorporate this need into routine cancer care.]]> Seizing Opportunities: Easing Discomfort of Intravesical Therapy for Bladder Cancer https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/from-fox-chase-cancer-center/bladder-cancer-seizing-opportunities-easing-discomfort-intravesical-therapy/ Fri, 17 Feb 2023 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=105132 An oncology nurse at Fox Chase Cancer Center develops a best practice for easing patient discomfort during intravesical therapy for bladder cancer.]]> Peer Support Essential for Young Adults Recovering From Cancer Treatment https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/home/departments/from-cancercare/cancer-treatment-peer-support-essential-young-adults-recover-risk/ Thu, 22 Dec 2022 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/?p=104005 A review of the importance family, friends, and a support system have on the cancer journey and survival outcomes for young adults with cancer.]]>