Colorectal Cancer Learning Library

The ONS Clinical Specialists have compiled a comprehensive list of resources about Colorectal Cancer for your reference.”

Colorectal cancer is one of the leading cancer types in the United States.  Explore resources related to the treatment and care of these patients.

Courses

Oncology Nursing Care Considerations for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment
This interactive activity will include a combination of learning strategies to build competencies in the area of diagnostic testing and treatment options. Also download the facilitator guides with instructions on presenting the case study and video to a group.
This resource was developed by ONS through an educational grant from Pfizer, Inc.

Oncology Nursing Care Considerations for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: Side Effect Management and Care Coordination
This interactive activity will include a combination of learning strategies to build competencies and confidence in the area of side effect management.
This resource was developed by ONS through an educational grant from Pfizer, Inc.

Articles

Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing articles:

Symptom Clusters in Patients with Colorectal Cancer and Diabetes Over Time

Use of Circulating Tumor DNA to Monitor Minimal Residual Disease Among Patients with Colorectal Cancer

Prevalence of Low Cost-Related Health Literacy Among Colorectal Cancer Survivors: Findings From the Kentucky Cancer Registry

Familial Adenomatous Polyposis: Development, Presentation, and Treatment Strategies

Use of Hepatic Artery Infusion Pumps in the Treatment of Hepatic Metastases

Dermatologic Toxicities: A Chart Review of Clinical Management Among Patients With Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Treated With Panitumumab

Oral Cryotherapy: Prevention of Oral Mucositis and Pain Among Patients With Colorectal Cancer Undergoing Chemotherapy

Goals-to-Discharge Patient Checklist: Implementing a Program to Optimize Recovery After Surgery for Patients With Colorectal Cancer

Molecular Biomarkers: A Review of Multiple Applications in Clinical Care of Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer Screening: A Quality Improvement Initiative Using a Bilingual Patient Navigator, Mobile Technology, and Fecal Immunochemical Testing to Engage Hispanic Adults

Colorectal Cancer: A Collaborative Approach to Improve Education and Screening in a Rural Population

Hepatic Arterial Infusion Pump: Complications and Nursing Management Regarding Use in Patients with Colorectal Cancer

 

ONS Voice articles:

Watch for the Warnings of Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer

FDA Approves Trifluridine and Tipiracil with Bevacizumab for Previously Treated Metastatic Colorectal Cancer

FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Tucatinib with Trastuzumab for Colorectal Cancer

Aspirin's Survival Benefits in Advanced CRC Depend on Patient BMI

Micro-Organospheres Create Molecular Model of Patients' Cancer in Just Two Weeks

Dietary-Produced Ketone May Halt Colon Cancer

Fructose Fuels Colorectal Cancer Growth, Study Shows

This is Why Red Meat Increases Colorectal Cancer Risk

New Study Supports CRC Screening for People Older Than 75

Colorectal Cancer Prevention, Screening, Treatment, and Survivorship Recommendations

An Overview of Colorectal and Pancreatic Cancers

 

Oncology Nursing Forum articles:

The Relationship Between Colorectal Cancer Survivors' Positive Psychology, Symptom Characteristics, and Prior Trauma During Acute Cancer Survivorship

Symptom Occurrence, Frequency, and Severity During Acute Colorectal Cancer Survivorship

Association of Comorbid Diabetes With Clinical Outcomes and Healthcare Utilization in Colorectal Cancer Survivors

Neurotoxic Side Effects Early in the Oxaliplatin Treatment Period in Patients With Colorectal Cancer

Patient and Family Resources

Frequently Asked Questions for Patients With Colorectal Cancer
This resource was developed by ONS through an educational grant from Pfizer, Inc.

Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: Advice to Navigate Cancer- Related Treatment
This resource was developed by ONS through an educational grant from Pfizer, Inc.

Podcasts

Episode 153: Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Has More Treatment Options Than Ever Before
Pfizer, Inc provided support for this podcast episode through an educational grant.

Episode 158: Navigate Patients Through Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Treatment and Survivorship
Pfizer, Inc provided support for this podcast episode through an educational grant.

Biomarker Database

ONS Biomarker Database
Use this database to learn more about specific biomarkers for colorectal cancer and the associated targeted therapies, testing, and additional considerations.

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