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CNE Article

Chemobrain: A Pilot Study Exploring the Severity and Onset of Chemotherapy-Related Cognitive Impairment

Kelly Moore
Sonja Stutzman
Laurin Priddy
DaiWai Olson
CJON 2019, 23(4), 411-416 DOI: 10.1188/19.CJON.411-416
Background: Chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment refers to a cluster of symptoms commonly referred to as “chemobrain”. To date, nursing literature on the progression of and tools used to evaluate chemobrain is limited. Objectives: The purpose of this pilot study was to explore the onset of...
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Advanced Practice

Neurologic Complications: Effects of Ipilimumab and Nivolumab Therapy in Patients With Metastatic Melanoma

Jessica Latchman
Ann Guastella
Cindy Tofthagen
CJON 2019, 23(4), 355-358 DOI: 10.1188/19.CJON.355-358
Checkpoint inhibitors are a form of immunotherapy that have revolutionized treatment for malignant melanoma, resulting in longer survival and better disease control. Multiple autoimmune disorders can occur with the use of checkpoint inhibitors, including severe, potentially fatal neurologic...
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Clinical Challenges

Postchemotherapy Confusion

Sheryl L. Stewart
ONF 2001, 1361-1362 DOI:
Ms. M is a 31-year-old female with metastatic osteogenic sarcoma. She has received multiple chemotherapeutic agents in the past, including cisplatin, and has experienced periodic disease-free intervals. She has no evidence of abdominal disease and no prior nephrectomy.
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Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment: Retrospective Analyses of a Multidimensional, Psychoeducation-Based Cognitive Rehabilitation Intervention

Arash Asher
Kathleen Van Dyk
Mi-Yeoung Jo
Charlotte Bailey
Jamie S. Myers
CJON 2019, 23(3), 301-308 DOI: 10.1188/19.CJON.301-308
Background: Managing cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI) is a vital component of optimal cancer survivorship care. Results from several small studies indicate growing support for the use of cognitive rehabilitation and training strategies. Objectives: This study aimed to retrospectively...
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Supportive Care

Cognitive Changes: Educating Breast Cancer Survivors With the Think Well: Healthy Living to Improve Cognitive Function Program

Jacqueline B. Vo
Timiya S. Nolan
Jennifer R. Bail
Silvia Gisiger-Camata
Karen Meneses
CJON 2018, 22(3), 252-255 DOI: 10.1188/18.CJON.252-255
Cognitive changes may occur after cancer treatment and interfere with day-to-day activities of breast cancer survivors. Current guidelines recommend validating cognitive concerns, increasing patient education, and suggesting appropriate interventions. Educational programs, including Think Well:...
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