Canadian oncology nursing journal = Revue canadienne de nursing oncologique
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The Palliative Radiation Therapy Rapid Response Clinic now receives referrals from community oncologists and family physicians who regularly send palliative patients to the clinic, as well as direct calls from patients and their families. Patients who responded well to radiotherapy treatment may seek further treatment if they develop other painful metastatic sites. The team receives positive feedback from patients, particularly those who responded to treatment in a very short period of time. ⋯ The gap in cancer care has been filled. Patients with advanced cancer, together with their families, are being served in a prompt and convenient manner. Pain relief is just a phone call away.