Oncology nursing forum
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To provide a comprehensive review of the literature pertinent to the phenomenon of antineoplastic vesicant extravasation within the framework of common misconceptions held by oncology nurses. ⋯ Oncology nurses are in a strategic position to observe the feasibility and efficacy of prevention and management guidelines established at national and local levels. Oncology nurses involved in the administration of antineoplastic vesicant agents are responsible for maintaining a current knowledge base about vesicants and for planning nursing care within the established standards of practice.
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To determine what spiritual care practices oncology nurses use. ⋯ Spiritual care education and resources for clinicians are needed. Data provide examples of interventions for and indicators of spiritual need.