3rd International Conference on Cancer and Breast Cancer Treatment

Track: Cancer and Oncology Nursing

Oncology Nursing Roles and Responsibilities

Oncology nurses are essential in the holistic care of breast cancer patients, playing a central role in administering treatments, monitoring patient progress, and ensuring safety. They assess and manage potential side effects, guide patients through complex treatment regimens, and educate them on managing symptoms and treatment expectations. They are also a key source of emotional support, offering reassurance, addressing concerns, and providing comfort during difficult treatments and decisions. Their role is vital in bridging the gap between clinical treatment and patient experience, fostering trust and ensuring continuity of care.

Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration

Chemotherapy and immunotherapy are key treatments in breast cancer care, requiring careful administration and close monitoring for side effects. Oncology nurses are responsible for delivering chemotherapy drugs and ensuring patients understand the potential side effects, such as hair loss, nausea, and fatigue. With the rise of immunotherapy, including drugs like Pembrolizumab (Keytruda), nurses also manage the complexities of immune-related side effects, such as infusion reactions. Nurses play a critical role in ensuring the effectiveness of treatments while minimizing risks, and in supporting patients emotionally throughout their treatment journey.

Symptom Management and Supportive Care

Oncology nurses are vital in managing both the physical and emotional symptoms of breast cancer and its treatments. Symptoms like pain, fatigue, nausea, and neuropathy can severely impact a patient’s quality of life. Nurses help manage these symptoms with a combination of medications, interventions, and holistic approaches like physical therapy or counseling. They work to reduce chemotherapy-induced nausea and manage pain through pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies.The nurse’s role is to assess and address these symptoms continuously, improving the patient’s well-being at every stage of treatment.

Patient Education and Psychosocial Support

Patient education is a cornerstone of oncology nursing, especially in guiding breast cancer patients through their treatment options, side effects, and long-term care plans. Nurses provide crucial information about chemotherapy regimens, radiation therapy, and lifestyle adjustments. They also address the emotional impact of a breast cancer diagnosis, providing psychosocial support to help patients cope with anxiety, depression, and changes in body image. By offering emotional counseling and connecting patients with support groups, they help reduce the stress and emotional burden of cancer treatment, creating a supportive environment for recovery and resilience.

3rd International Conference on Cancer and Breast Cancer Treatment

Track: Cancer and Oncology Nursing

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