October 2018
Rebuilding the Breast
October 26, 2018
Article
From the Chairman
This letter from the Chairman and CEO of Oncology Nursing News gives an overview of the contents of the October 2018 print issue of the magazine.
Understanding Multigene Testing for Breast Cancer
October 22, 2018
Article
Partner Perspectives
This article reviews the types of genes included in multigene panels for breast cancer, and the risks associated with those genes.
MDM2 Inhibitor May Improve Response in Acute Myeloid Leukemia
October 20, 2018
Article
Clinical Trials in Progress
Investigators are hopeful that idasanutlin, a novel small molecule that targets the MDM2 protein, is being tested in combination with cytarabine in the international phase III MIRROS clinical trial (NCT02545283) to see if omprove the efficacy of chemotherapy in patients with relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
Bypassing the SICU May Improve Patient Outcomes
October 19, 2018
Article
Partner Perspectives
Smilow Cancer Hospital tested sending patients directly from the post–anesthesia care unit (PACU) to the surgical oncology unit after head and neck surgery to reduce length of stay, postoperative complications, and readmission rates of patients.
Investigating the Potency of CAR T-Cell Therapy in Relapsed/Refractory MCL
October 19, 2018
Article
Clinical Trials in Progress
The value of axicabtagene ciloleucel (axi-cel; Yescarta), an anti-CD19 chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy, in treating R/R MCL will be tested in the multi­center phase II ZUMA-2 clinical trial (NCT02601313).
Difficult Conversations: Dealing with the Spiritual Needs of Patients with Cancer
October 17, 2018
Article
Fast Facts for the Frontline
How should oncology nurses deal with patients' spiritual needs?
Ketamine May Benefit Those With Difficult Pain From Ovarian Cancer
October 16, 2018
Article
Adverse Events Report
Ketamine, typically used to kickstart and maintain anesthesia use, could be an option for treating patients with ovarian cancer whose pain is difficult to treat.
Dressing for the Season
October 15, 2018
Article
Professionally Speaking
Is it appropriate for oncology nurses to dress up for occasions or holidays at work?
Recognize and Report It
October 12, 2018
Article
Nurse's Notes
Not enough is known about immunotherapy-related adverse events, so it is important to report unusual or previously unreported ones to the FDA.
Camping for Health
October 11, 2018
Article
Feature Story
Jackie Miller, BSN, RN, OCN, works to provide emotional support for children whose parents have cancer.
Nursing Through the Prism of Childhood
October 10, 2018
Article
Feature Story
Elizabeth Davis, BSN, RN, CPN, is inspired by the strength she sees in her small charges.
On the Cutting Edge: The Latest Procedures in Postmastectomy Reconstruction and Care
October 09, 2018
Article
Cover Story
Nurses share the latest procedures in postmastectomy reconstruction and how to support women in recovery.