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Liz-Hunter Brack, RN, discusses how oncology nurses can play an important role in patient education surrounding genetic testing.

Two healthcare professionals with Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA) Phoenix, a comprehensive care and research center recently recognized with Magnet® distinction, discuss the importance of transparency in nursing satisfaction and engagement.

CTCA Phoenix one of just seven Magnet-recognized hospitals in Arizona

Although e-cigarettes are often marketed as a “safe alternative,” non-smokers should understand that smoking still poses risks of lung damage, explains an expert with CTCA.

Although the long-term effects of e-smoking are still unknown, the percentage of young people developing nicotine dependency is increasing, a Cancer Treatment Centers of America expert explains.

The impact of animal-assisted therapy is felt by more than just patients with cancer, explained Cynthia Ingram, BS, RN, HN-BC, COHN-S. Service animals like her dog, Tori, can also have a positive impact on the well-being of caregivers and health care providers.

The APRN position has an important, albeit recent, history.

“Animal-assisted therapy has been shown to reduce stress, improve energy levels, and decrease perceived pain and anxiety.”

“I certainly think it is an opportunity to improve the nurse-patient relationship.”