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ForwardOncology Nursing Core Curriculum: Cancer Concepts I
Email CNE@mayo.edu if you are interested in package purchase pricing, or if your organization is interested in purchasing for departmental use.
This course focuses on the care of patients with cancer. Learners will explore cancer risk factors and diagnostic procedures, along with various treatment modalities such as chemotherapy and radiation. This course focuses on breast, prostate, colon/rectal, and lung cancers, covering their risk factors, symptoms, and screening standards. Additionally, the course will address the pathophysiology of malignant pleural effusions and nursing considerations for PleurX catheter management. Learners will also identify potential adverse effects of cancer treatments and learn effective nursing interventions to manage these complications
Target Audience
This CNE course is designed for nurses in hematology/oncology or who are interested in the specialty.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe cancer risk factors and diagnosis
- Describe the cancer treatment modalities and goals of treatment for the oncology/hematology patients
- Identify the risk factors, symptoms, screening and treatment for breast cancer, prostate, colon/rectal and lung cancers
- Review pathophysiology of malignant pleural effusions and nursing considerations for the PleurX catheters
- Identify possible adverse effects of can treatment and nursing considerations
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
This course will be presented via a self-guided online interactive module.
Faculty/Content Authors
Doralyn Costello, MSN, RN, OCN, BMTCN
Nursing Education Specialist, Hematology Oncology,
Nursing Professional Development
Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, Arizona
Lesley Hooser, MSN, RN, OCN, BMTCN,
Nursing Education Specialist, Hematology Oncology Blood and Marrow Transplant
Nursing Professional Development
Instructor in Nursing, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, Arizona
Carla Johnson, MSN, RN, OCN, CRNI
Nursing Education Specialist, Hematology Oncology Radiation Oncology
Nursing Professional Development
Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, Arizona
Course Directors
Denise Rismeyer, DNP, RN, NPD-BC
Director of Continuing Nursing Education
Assistant Professor of Nursing, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Department of Nursing
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Roxanna M. Holper, MS, RN
Nursing Education Specialist - Cancer Center Quality Program
Instructor in Nursing, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Department of Nursing
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statements
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 3.52 ANCC contact hours.
Other Healthcare Professionals
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
Available Credit
- 3.52 ANCC
- 3.52 Attendance
Price
Access to this online streaming course is available from the date of purchase until the course expires on November 15, 2027. Credit must be claimed within that time period.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which individual differences are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Request for cancellations must be submitted in writing to cne@mayo.edu.
If the cancellation is made prior to the start of the activity, a refund less an administration fee of $25 will be issued. If the cancellation is made after the start of the activity, no refund will be issued. All refunds will be made using the same method as the original payment.
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