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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 J. Abraham
Kathryn E. Post
Laura Spring
Giuliana Malvarosa
Elizabeth Tripp
Jeffrey M. Peppercorn
Aditya Bardia
Karleen R. 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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