Oncology Nursing Secrets

Oncology Nursing Secrets
Author: Rose A. Gates
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 692
Release: 2008-01-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780323044578
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Using a question-and-answer format, this book provides practical pearls of wisdom and tricks of the trade to enhance your oncology nursing skills and aid in effective decision-making when caring for your patients. Written by experts in the field, this reference provides insightful answers, bulleted lists, and tables so you get the best information in an easy-to-read format. Keep it on hand every day in the clinical setting, use it to review for certification, or add it to your professional library at home! The 75 Top Secrets, listed in the front of the book, highlight the key points you should know about oncology nursing.Key Points boxes in each chapter outline important points to remember.Internet Resources boxes direct you to more information on a variety of topics via the web.Versatile question-and-answer format, written by experts in the field, makes this book great for both the experienced and new nurse. A chapter on sleep-wake disturbances enables you to help patients get the rest they need.Expanded content in chapters on carcinogenesis and genetics, biologic and targeted therapy, leukemia and myeloidyplastic syndrome, and disseminated intravascular coagulation provides a deeper look into these important aspects of oncology nursing.

OCN Secrets

OCN Secrets
Author: Ocn Exam Secrets Test Prep Team
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-02
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781610723886
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***Includes Practice Test Questions*** OCN Exam Secrets helps you ace the ONCC Oncology Certified Nurse Exam, without weeks and months of endless studying. Our comprehensive OCN Exam Secrets study guide is written by our exam experts, who painstakingly researched every topic and concept that you need to know to ace your test. Our original research reveals specific weaknesses that you can exploit to increase your exam score more than you've ever imagined. OCN Exam Secrets includes: The 5 Secret Keys to ONCC Exam Success: Time is Your Greatest Enemy, Guessing is Not Guesswork, Practice Smarter, Not Harder, Prepare, Don't Procrastinate, Test Yourself; A comprehensive General Strategy review including: Make Predictions, Answer the Question, Benchmark, Valid Information, Avoid Fact Traps, Milk the Question, The Trap of Familiarity, Eliminate Answers, Tough Questions, Brainstorm, Read Carefully, Face Value, Prefixes, Hedge Phrases, Switchback Words, New Information, Time Management, Contextual Clues, Don't Panic, Pace Yourself, Answer Selection, Check Your Work, Beware of Directly Quoted Answers, Slang, Extreme Statements, Answer Choice Families; Comprehensive sections including: Growth and Development, Family Systems Theory, Nursing Assessment and Intervention in Children, Psychosocial Dimensions of Care, Psychosocial Adaptation, Spiritual Beliefs/Rituals, Social Relationships, Parenting, Cultural Diversity, Common Fears and Coping Strategies, Hospitalization, Epidemiology, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Juvenile Myelomonocytic Leukemia (JMML), Pathophysiology of Leukemia, Hematologic Changes, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, CNS Tumors, Neuroblastoma, Renal Tumors, Carcinogenesis, Chemotherapy, Biotherapy & Gene Therapy, Radiation Therapy, Surgery, Supportive Care Measures, Clinical Trials in Pediatric Oncology, Informed Consent, Treatment Protocols, Hodgkin Disease (HD), Retinoblastoma, Symptom Management, and much more...

Oncology Nursing Review

Oncology Nursing Review
Author: Connie Henke Yarbro
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2007
Genre: Cancer
ISBN: 9780763750305
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This comprehensive book and CD-ROM learning package is designed for the oncology nurse preparing for certification and/or recertification. The text is organized according to the eight areas tested on the Oncology Certification Exam. The Fourth Edition is completely updated with new questions and revised to reflect changes that have been made to the OCN exam. The companion CD-ROM includes practice questions that can be rearranged and customized to create a new exam over and over.

Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing

Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing
Author: Joanne Itano
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 993
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0721603572
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Published in collaboration with the ONS, this text is the definitive source for concepts and practices in oncology nursing and can be used for orientation of nurses to oncology, inservice and continuing education programs for practicing nurses, a basis for curriculum development in graduate programs, and as a review tool for certification. Based on the blueprint of the certification examination by the ONCC (Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation), the book is in outline format to help readers focus on the most important information. Instructor resources available; contact your sales representative for details. Covers the entire scope of the specialty ensuring comprehensive coverage Outline format helps the reader focus on the most important information Effective guide for teaching and learning for in-service, continuing education, and academic programs Powerful study tool for the ONCC certification exam Tables and figures illustrate complex concepts * Entirely revised, updated, and expanded to reflect the current state of oncology nursing practice. * Expanded pain management content. * New content on nonpharmacologic interventions (e.g. heat massage, imagery). * New content on alternative therapies.

Aocnp Exam Secrets Study Guide: Aocnp Test Review for the Oncc Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner Exam

Aocnp Exam Secrets Study Guide: Aocnp Test Review for the Oncc Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner Exam
Author: Aocnp Exam Secrets Test Prep
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018-04-12
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781609711542
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***Includes Practice Test Questions*** AOCNP Exam Secrets helps you ace the ONCC Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner Exam without weeks and months of endless studying. Our comprehensive AOCNP Exam Secrets study guide is written by our exam experts, who painstakingly researched every topic and concept that you need to know to ace your test. Our original research reveals specific weaknesses that you can exploit to increase your exam score more than you've ever imagined. AOCNP Exam Secrets includes: The 5 Secret Keys to AOCNP Exam Success: Time is Your Greatest Enemy, Guessing is Not Guesswork, Practice Smarter, Not Harder, Prepare, Don't Procrastinate, Test Yourself; A comprehensive General Strategy review including: Make Predictions, Answer the Question, Benchmark, Valid Information, Avoid Fact Traps, Milk the Question, The Trap of Familiarity, Eliminate Answers, Tough Questions, Brainstorm, Read Carefully, Face Value, Prefixes, Hedge Phrases, Switchback Words, New Information, Time Management, Contextual Clues, Don't Panic, Pace Yourself, Answer Selection, Check Your Work, Beware of Directly Quoted Answers, Slang, Extreme Statements, Answer Choice Families; A comprehensive Content review including: Intracellular Signaling, Tyrosine Phosphorylation, Nuclear Factor-Kb Protein Complex, Cell Adhesion Molecules, Metastases, Cell Cycle, Apoptosis, Tumorigenesis, Retroviral Vectors, Immunotherapeutic, Hematopoietic Stem Cells, Angiogenesis, Carcinogens, Chemoprevention, Nucleotide Excision Repair, Epstein-Barr Virus, Human Papilloma Viruses, Cancer Genetic Counseling, Fine Needle Aspiration, Flow Cytometry, Lymphoproliferative Disorders, Cytogenetic Analysis, Hematolymphoid-Derived Malignancies, Tumor Marker Assays, Oncology, DNA, Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure, Nicotine Replacement Therapy, Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy, Antimetabolites, Nitrosoureas, Anti-Hormones, Cellular Microenvironment, Pharmacodynamics, and much more...

Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing

Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing
Author: Suzanne M. Mahon
Publisher: Saunders
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2005
Genre: Cancer
ISBN:
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Published in collaboration with the ONS, this Study Guide is a must-have for those who are taking the certification exam. The chapters parallel those presented in the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, 4e. The number of questions in each chapter will correspond with the percentage of questions on that particular topic included in the certification exam. Answers and rationales for correct and incorrect responses are listed at the end of each chapter. The book also includes an updated bibliography for each subject.

Medical Secrets

Medical Secrets
Author: Mary P. Harward
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 595
Release: 2018-09-29
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323527914
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For more than 30 years, the highly regarded Secrets Series® has provided students and practitioners in all areas of health care with concise, focused, and engaging resources for quick reference and exam review. Medical Secrets, 6th Edition, features the Secrets’ popular question-and-answer format that also includes lists, tables, pearls, memory aids, and an easy-to-read style – making inquiry, reference, and review quick, easy, and enjoyable. The proven Secrets Series® format gives you the most return for your time – succinct, easy to read, engaging, and highly effective. Coverage includes the full range of essential topics in medicine for in-training and practicing professionals, authored by a diverse range of teachers and clinicians who cover both medical and ethical issues. Fully revised and updated throughout, including protocols and guidelines that are continuously evolving and that increasingly dictate best practices. Top 100 Secrets and Key Points boxes provide a fast overview of the secrets you must know for success in practice and on exams.

Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®) Review

Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®) Review
Author: Denise Menonna-Quinn, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, AOCNS, BMTCN
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 541
Release: 2022-03-16
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0826138845
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Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®) Review is designed to help you prepare for the OCN® certification exam. This comprehensive study aid addresses exam topics with exam tips, key points, clinical pearls, quick-reference tables, useful illustrations, and end-of-chapter questions to assess knowledge retention. The review concludes with a full-length practice test to get you ready for exam day. With more than 300 practice questions, detailed review content, and answer rationales, this study aid empowers you with the tools and materials to study your way and the confidence to pass the first time, guaranteed! Know that you're ready. Know that you'll pass with Springer Publishing Exam Prep. Key Features: Reflects the latest ONCC® OCN® exam blueprint Provides a comprehensive yet concise review of essential knowledge for the exam Features exam tips, key points, and clinical pearls to remember on exam day Includes end-of-chapter Q&A and a full practice test with detailed rationales Boosts your confidence with a 100% pass guarantee OCN® is a registered trademark of the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC®). ONCC® is the sole owner of its certification programs. ONCC does not endorse this exam preparation resource, nor does it have a proprietary relationship with Springer Publishing Company.

The European Blood and Marrow Transplantation Textbook for Nurses

The European Blood and Marrow Transplantation Textbook for Nurses
Author: Michelle Kenyon
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 318
Release: 2018-03-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3319500260
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This book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license. This textbook, endorsed by the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT), provides adult and paediatric nurses with a full and informative guide covering all aspects of transplant nursing, from basic principles to advanced concepts. It takes the reader on a journey through the history of transplant nursing, including essential and progressive elements to help nurses improve their knowledge and benefit the patient experience, as well as a comprehensive introduction to research and auditing methods. This new volume specifically intended for nurses, complements the ESH-EBMT reference title, a popular educational resource originally developed in 2003 for physicians to accompany an annual training course also serving as an educational tool in its own right. This title is designed to develop the knowledge of nurses in transplantation. It is the first book of its kind specifically targeted at nurses in this specialist field and acknowledges the valuable contribution that nursing makes in this area. This volume presents information that is essential for the education of nurses new to transplantation, while also offering a valuable resource for more experienced nurses who wish to update their knowledge.

Rheumatology Secrets

Rheumatology Secrets
Author: Sterling West, MD, MACP, FACR
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 745
Release: 2014-11-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323037003
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Stay up to date on the latest common and uncommon rheumatic disorders with Rheumatology Secrets Plus. This enhanced medical reference book addresses the treatment of common and uncommon rheumatic disorders, with each chapter reviewing basic immunology and pathophysiology, important disease manifestations, and practical management issues. The user-friendly style of the popular Secrets Series® makes this updated volume a valuable addition to your library! Review basic immunology and pathophysiology, important disease manifestations, and practical management issues related to rheumatic disorders. Apply the latest knowledge and techniques with content thoroughly updated by leaders in the field. Quickly review key concepts with improved "Plus" formatting, such as larger figures and easier-to-read text. Enhance your reference power through a question-and-answer format, bulleted lists, mnemonics, "Key Points" summaries, lists of useful web sites, and practical tips from the authors. Improve content knowledge with a special chapter containing "Top 100 Secrets," providing an overview of essential material for last-minute study or self-assessment. Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, references, and videos from the book on a variety of devices.