Background: Oncology nurses are in a key position to screen patients for geriatric syndromes that can disproportionately affect older adults with cancer. Early recognition can promote informed decision-making, initiation of interventions, and tolerance of treatment. Objectives: This study aimed to...

Background: Evidence-based practice (EBP) is a clinical decision-making approach that improves quality and outcomes in health care but is not yet standard in clinical settings. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine EBP beliefs, knowledge, implementation strategy self-efficacy, and...

Constipation is a prevalent and distressing symptom affecting people with cancer. It may be a chronic condition, or it may be caused by the effects of the disease, its treatment, or the side effects of symptom management, including the use of opioids. These evidence-based guidelines can assist...

Approximately 50%–70% of patients with cancer will receive radiation therapy. Radiodermatitis is one of the most common side effects of radiation therapy, with as many as 95% of patients experiencing some degree of skin change. Radiodermatitis can cause pain, itching, and burning and potentially...