Evidence and Practice
Effect of COVID-19 on cancer research nursing services
Metastatic spinal cord compression: a poster and mnemonic supporting care
Benefits of prehabilitation in patients receiving neoadjuvant chemotherapy
Clinical
Effect of COVID-19 on cancer research nursing services
Why you should read this article: • To learn about the experience of early phase cancer research nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic • To appreciate the challenges and positive developments brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to nurses working on early phase cancer clinical trials • To recognise the positive implications for future cancer research nursing practice This service evaluation examined the experiences of adult and children’s cancer research nurses working on early phase cancer clinical trials during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. A questionnaire was provided to early phase cancer research nurses at experimental cancer medicine centres, and alongside this there was an online discussion with eight of the nurses. The themes developed from the findings and online discussion provided an insight into the challenges faced by early phase cancer nurses during this unprecedented time and into some of the innovations, such as virtual appointments, adopted to overcome them. COVID-19 had a significant negative effect on the cancer research nurse workforce. However, peer support, networking opportunities, reflection and embracing innovation provided support for nurses and enhanced person-centred care.
Metastatic spinal cord compression: a poster and mnemonic supporting care
How this resource was developed and how the acute oncology team assessed its effects
Benefits of prehabilitation in patients receiving neoadjuvant chemotherapy
Prehabilitation can take the form of diet, exercise and/or psychological interventions
How older age and pre-existing multimorbidity may complicate self-management of cancer
A reduction in physical function affected older people’s ability to manage their health
Emotional labour in oncology and haematology nursing
Exploring effects and coping strategies
Nurses’ attitudes and beliefs on exploring existential concerns of people with cancer
Existential concerns are common among people with cancer, but many perceive a lack of support
CPD articles
Managing challenging conversations by telephone with people living with cancer
How a clear structure can provide information efficiently and with empathy and compassion
Delivering personalised cancer care to enhance patients’ quality of life
With such care people can exercise choice and control over their care plan and delivery
Making reasonable adjustments to cancer services for people with learning disabilities
How to ensure people with learning disabilities receive equitable and timely care
Transition to adult services for young adults who had childhood cancer
Identifying best transition practice for young adults who had childhood cancer
Conducting holistic pain assessments in patients with cancer-related pain
Learn more about the experience of pain in patients living with and beyond cancer
Prehabilitation in cancer care: preparing people for treatment physically and mentally
The principles of prehabilitation in cancer care and its benefits for people with cancer
Practice question
What is a responsive outpatient cancer service for people with dementia?
Cancer services for people with dementia must be organised, flexible and offer continuity
How should nurses assess and manage pain in a person with cancer?
Exploring the personal meaning of pain for patients can help with support and treatment
Cancer care: how can I ease patient anxiety made worse by COVID?
Tips and advice for nurses caring for people with cancer during the pandemic