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Risk Assessment of First-Degree Relatives of Women With Breast Cancer: A Feasibility Study

Gail J. Hurt
Richard P. McQuellon
Robert Michielutte
Daragh M. Conrad
Seth Carter
Heidi Anderson
ONF 2001, 1097-1104 DOI:
Purpose/Objectives: To measure psychological distress and test the feasibility of a psychological intervention to reduce distress in patients undergoing risk assessment. Design: Descriptive. Setting: A comprehensive cancer center located in the southeastern United States. Sample: 20 first-degree...
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Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in Breast Cancer: Scientific Rationale and Patient Care

Eric Zack
ONF 2001, 997-1005 DOI:
Purpose/Objectives: To describe the history of sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB), review the current scientific literature comparing the benefits and shortcomings of SLNB with traditional axillary lymph node dissection, and describe the nursing role that should be employed when instructing patients...
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Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment: The Belgian Experience of Implementation in the Care of Older Adult Patients With Cancer

Cindy Kenis
CJON 2019, 23(3), 332-335 DOI: 10.1188/19.CJON.332-335
International organizations, such as the International Society of Geriatric Oncology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology, recommend integrating comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) into the care of older adult patients with cancer. Geriatric screening and assessment, which are part of...
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Outcome Measurement: Patient Satisfaction Scores and Contact With Oncology Nurse Navigators

Susan Yackzan
Stacy Stanifer
Sara Barker
Belinda Blair
Alena Glass
Holly Weyl
Peggy Wheeler
CJON 2019, 23(1), 76-81 DOI: 10.1188/19.CJON.76-81
Background: Satisfaction with care is a reported outcome of patient navigation. Assessment methods vary, as do navigation programs, including the use of oncology nurse navigators (ONNs). Objectives: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of contact with an ONN on patient satisfaction...
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Frailty in Older Adults: Assessment, Support, and Treatment Implications in Patients With Cancer

Janine Overcash
Diane G. Cope
Janet H. Van Cleave
CJON 2018, 22(6), 8-18 DOI: 10.1188/18.CJON.S2.8-18
Background: Frailty is defined as a disability in those of advanced age, often with comorbidities, poor nutritional status, cognitive decline, and reduced functional status. Objectives: The purpose of this article is to discuss the concept of frailty, assess the use of a comprehensive geriatric...
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