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Translational Research Unit: Development of Nursing Standards and Practice Within a Specialized Unit for Participants in Early Phase Clinical Trials

Theresa Rudnitzki
Tina Curtis
Julie Griffie
CJON 2018, 22(3), E78-E84 DOI: 10.1188/18.CJON.E78-E84
Background: A growing need exists to ensure safe and skilled oncology nursing care for an increasing number of patients enrolled in phases 1 and 1/2 clinical trials and to provide detailed adherence to protocol administration. This can be best accomplished in a dedicated area for patients in early...
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Oral Agents: Challenges With Self-Administered Medication Adherence in Clinical Trials

Rosilyn Gborogen
Carolee Polek
CJON 2018, 22(3), 333-339 DOI: 10.1188/18.CJON.333-339
Background: In oral agent clinical trials, patients may not be adherent to self-administration of study medication; this nonadherence can affect validity and reliability. Many factors contribute to nonadherence to protocol requirements, and managing patients with fidelity issues is the...
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Research Biopsies: An Integrative Review of the Experiences of Patients With Cancer

Elizabeth Abraham
Kathryn Post
Laura Spring
Giuliana Malvarosa
Elizabeth Tripp
Jeffrey M. Peppercorn
Aditya Bardia
Karleen Habin
CJON 2018, 22(3), E71-E77 DOI: 10.1188/18.CJON.E71-E77
Background: Research biopsies (RBs) are essential to understanding tumor biology and mechanisms of resistance and to advancing precision medicine. However, RBs have associated risks and may not benefit the patient. Objectives: The purpose of this integrative review is to summarize and synthesize...
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In Remission: A Patient’s Experience of Continued Care After Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Andrew Schorr
Esther Schorr
CJON 2018, 22(2), 132-133 DOI: 10.1188/18.CJON.132-133
Being a patient with chronic lymphocytic leukemia and now in the midst of infusion treatment after a 17-year remission, I cannot praise oncology nurses enough. I am overwhelmed by their professionalism and warmth and I am delighted to share my perspective as a patient.
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Clinical Trial Amendments: Development of a Process for Consistent Implementation

Gretchen A. McNally
Amanda K. Hrnicek
Hallie Barr
CJON 2017, 21(5), 627-628 DOI: 10.1188/17.CJON.627-628
Clinical trials are responsible for the advancements made in cancer care. An interdepartmental work group at a major academic cancer hospital developed a process for the consistent communication and implementation of clinical trial amendments. This process ensures improved patient safety, as well...
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