Adverse Event Management

Per phase 2 trial data, enhanced dermatologic management showed a reduction in dermatologic AEs in patients with advanced EGFR-mutated NSCLC.

The presence of biomarkers, even in small amounts, can shape the course of treatment for a patient, says Andy Guinigundo, MSN, RN, CNP, ANP-BC.

In myeloma treatment, acute CRS is a common but treatable AE associated with CAR T-cell therapy and bispecific antibodies, according to a nurse practitioner.

A recent study found that toxicity is routinely minimized in phase 3 oncology trials, especially those that are not industry sponsored.

Axel Stuart Merseburger, MD, PhD, explained that with TKIs like axitinib, it is necessary for oncology nurses to spend time with each patient to provide the best care.

According to Laurence Albiges, MD, PhD, treatment of RCC with cabozantinib, nivolumab, and ipilimumab can cause potentially serious toxicities that should be closely monitored.

Immune checkpoint inhibitors for patients with cancer may be associated with an increased risk for psoriasis when compared with chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies, and protease inhibitors.

Patients treated with tyrosine kinase inhibitors received olanzapine to address adverse effects including nausea/vomiting, anorexia, insomnia, and weight loss.

Erica S. Doubleday, MS, FNP-C, BSN, RN, illustrated the importance of consistent care to identify AEs like interstitial lung disease in patients with cancer.

La-Urshalar Brock, FNP-BC, CNM, RNFA, spoke about the oncology nurse’s and APP’s roles in managing chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy in patients with breast cancer.

Managing weight loss with telotristat ethyl in patients with metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma may improve survival, although further research is needed.

Phone calls to follow up with patients with locally advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma while at home may reduce AEs like stomatitis before the first outpatient clinic visit.

SHR-1701 plus CAPOX chemotherapy reduced treatment delays and dose reductions compared with placebo plus CAPOX in HER2-negative gastric/GEJ cancer.

Combining aerobic and resistance-based physical activity with dexamethasone may improve quality of life and reduce the effects of fatigue.

Patients receiving ponsegromab experienced significantly greater weight gain and physical activity than those receiving placebo.

Significant improvements in skin toxicity were observed by week 6 in all patients treated with HT-001 in the phase 2a CLEER-001 trial.

Findings from an exploratory 2a study showed improvements in patients with cancer cachexia with PH284 compared with placebo.

An APP’s research is focused on chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy in Black breast cancer survivors and its impact on their long-term quality of life.

Approximately one-third of patients with pancreatic cancer and anxiety had a palliative care consultation, data showed.

Clinicians should consider a rapid taper approach for patients with cancer who exhibit repeated signs of opioid misuse, an expert said.

Topical treatments may help ease chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, but more research is needed.

With many patients utilizing medical cannabis, it is important for nurses to be aware of potential drug-drug interactions, an expert said.

Docetaxel was associated with lower rates of peripheral neuropathy compared with paclitaxel for Black patients with breast cancer.

A nurse practitioner discusses how breast cancer treatment can impact sexual health, and how nurses and APPs can guide patients through these effects.

“You can control where you focus your attention,” said Anne M. Reb, PhD, NP, who recently presented on a nurse-led intervention for patients who experience fear of cancer recurrence.

Research is analyzing the effect of imtermittent fasting on quality of life outcomes in patients undergoing radiation therapy.

Pain management specialists were rarely consulted for cancer-related pain, a recent study showed.

Oncology nurses play a crucial role in monitoring the severity and frequency of treatment-related symptoms, particularly nausea.