Oncology Essays

Psychosocial Advances in Oncology Research and Practice In the 1800’s, a cancer diagnosis was viewed as the equivalent of death (Holland, 2002). In this day and age, there was no known cause or cure, and it was considered inhumane to reveal the diagnosis to the patient. In a constantly changing and advancing society, this ideology was transformed as the result of an accumulation of technological advances, education, and research initiative. This led to the acceptance of the notion of cancer worldwide

Directions: Please provide a letter expressing your interest in pediatric oncology, including professional strengths, knowledge, and clinical skills, background coursework and experience in pediatrics you feel makes this the right fit for a clinical placement. (Please limit your emphasis on personal experiences.) Application Review Committee: Everyone, at some point in his or her lives, has been affected by the ugly six-letter word: cancer. My family is no exception. I watched both my aunt and

Lylah Eason Eason 1 Mrs. Wright AP English III 26 April 2024 Pediatric Oncology Pediatric Oncology is a highly specialized field of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancer in children and adolescents. Childhood cancers are rare, their diagnosis and treatment can take a mental and physical toll on these children and their families. Pediatric Oncology is a great career choice today because a pediatric oncologist could save a child's life and be a hero

Nurses Level of Leadership and Autonomy United States Within the United States, the oncology nurses play a vital role in leadership being at the forefront of care, as well as having a wide range of autonomy. However, ultimately, the providers make the orders that the nurses have to follow. A 2013 article, Nursing Practice Environment and Outcomes for Oncology Nursing elaborate on autonomy within the oncology nursing field. A notable finding of the study was the more autonomy the nurses felt they

inpatient medical oncology unit for three years. Spending prolonged durations of time with oncology patients has allowed for strong bonds to be formed as I serve as a listening ear, a hand to hold, or a smiling face when and where needed for both patients and their families. Knowing I can, as a clinician, help people in some of the hardest times in their lives inspires me to be the most compassionate care giver and leader in health care I can be. Although the world of oncology can be full of sorrow

Managing Stress and Burnout in Oncology Nurses. Authors:Rounds, James B., Jr.; Zevon, Michael A. High levels of stress experienced by primary care oncology nursing staff, and the competency impairment which results from such stress, has become a matter of much concern in health care settings. This study was conducted to identify the coping strategies employed by oncology nurses, and to relate these strategies to differential indices of stress and burnout. Oncology nurses (N=133) at a comprehensive

Nursing allows for countless opportunities and areas to specialize in. Theresa Brown, a real-life Oncology/Hematology Nurse, writes the riveting novel “The Shift” through her eyes as she attempts to care for four high-maintenance and very ill patients. When I researched Oncology as a career path I focused primarily on Pediatric Oncology. Although this book relates more to my past aspirations of Pediatric Oncology, many similarities align with my current aspirations of working in the Neonatal Intensive Care

a very young age I decided to find a career that is research and learning based. Being a doctor is constantly learning, excitement through new patient portfolios. Everyday I will learn about someone new and find different ways to plan an attack. Oncology is a section of medicine that continues to add new information as each day passes and new people approach the topic of cancer. I decided I wanted to be a pediatrician because I love children. I find that I have a special touch when it comes to kids

Oncology nursing was the first nursing area I wanted to go into when I first dreamed of being a nurse so many years ago. I haven’t had any clinical oncology experience yet, but I know this is an area that has been on my heart for quite some time. Being a nurse on an oncology unit is sure to be challenging and I pray constantly that God will give be strength and guidance when I start this new position. If I love oncology nursing as much as I think I will, I would

My clinical practice setting is in various acute care settings at a large teaching hospital in Toronto, where I am part of a nursing resource team. Most of my clinical experience is with oncology patient populations. This week, I was able to interview a family that I have cared for a couple of days as we have created a family-nurse therapeutic relationship, during that time I felt that they would be willing to proceed with the discussion of their illness experience. The patient was a sixty-five year

As the facility begins to expand the services lines provided within the organization they could also recruit top physicians and other clinicians who specialize in oncology and other services. The organization could potentially expand the hospital so that it can provide more beds and private rooms for patients who come to the facility to receive their oncologic care. The hospital can continue to participate in and advance

treatment that requires constant monitoring and attention, and this information spurred me to shift my focus from palliative to survivorship care. The knowledge that I have attained now and my background in patient navigation will help me as a future oncology nurse practitioner, to manage the complex needs of cancer survivorship. I will be able to support my patient’s transition into their new way of life as effective transition management can translate into less hospitalization, lower health care cost

Often patients treated with radiation therapy (RT) suffer from side effects such as fatigue, nausea/vomiting or reduction of quality of life (QOLQoL). Few randomized data is available to define the role of acupuncture in the context of radiation oncology as a supporting treatment. The ROSETTA (RandOmized Study Exploring the combination of radioTherapy with Two types of Acupuncture treatment) is a prospective randomized phase II trial. Ittrial examines if traditional (verum-) acupuncture can reduce

An Interview With an Oncology Nurse Leader:  The Importance of Ethical Leadership The assignment for this week is an interview with a leader in her field, in this case oncology nursing.  The interview was documented by audio recording, and this is submitted as an adjunct to this paper.  The interview addresses why Mrs. Schwartz believes ethics is important in an organization and which fundamental principles are important.  We discussed an ethical situation she dealt with in her early career, how

The use of isotopes has tremendously impacted the medical and oncology field and can be used for the detection and treatment of cancer. Isotopes are versions of an element that have an equal number of protons, but an unequal number of neutrons; thus making the atoms radioactive and able to emit alpha, beta, and gamma rays. In the diagnosis of types of cancer, the injection of isotopes can radiate these rays, which can be detected by special equipment to track their location and how they move.

. How would you assess the business model of HCG? Compare HCG’s cancer care model with other international cancer-care models using case information and your secondary research. Where do you think lies HCG’s strength and weaknesses relative to these international cancer care models? Highlight the differences and similarities between the HCG business model and that of Aravind, Narayana Hrudalaya, Fortis & Apollo? Structure your response in no more than 2000 words using no more than 2-3 exhibits. HCG

The topic I chose to write about is something that means a great deal to me, and that is the study of oncology and the treatment of cancer. In late June of 2016, my family received some devastating, overwhelming, and unexpected news. My mother was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer, and she is still fighting a thankfully winning battle today. I spend every single day with her and I have seen the effect cancer has had on her, and I have also seen the side effects and other terrible things like

diagnosed, are survivors. These people continue a normal life after treatment. The key to cancer survivorship is to never give up hope. Cancer is not a death sentence. Cancer is a disease; A disease that every day, millions are working to cure. At Oncology Supply, we deliver the comfort and care that gives

SWALLOWING DISORDERS AFTER HEAD-AND-NECK CANCERS RADIOTHERAPY Summary Introduction: This study aimed to assess the swallowing function of head and neck cancer patients before and after radiotherapy. Materials and methods: A repeated descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out on 33 head and neck cancers patients treated at Aristide LeDantec Hospital Radiation Therapy Department. The dysphagia was assessed through a self-questionnaire (DHI) and a functional swallowing test (COLP - G -FR)

act or omission of any employee acting within the course and scope of his employment” (Thornton, 2010, para. 2). The risk manager Susan Post, JD and the quality assurance director Amy Green were both aware of the potential for increased risk on the Oncology unit. They had been making observations several months prior to incident that related to deficiencies in staffing and safety standards. Per, ASCO and ONS (2012) new staff are required to demonstrate competency and receive comprehensive chemotherapy