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Providing up-to-date management information for nurses educating the public on, and caring for patients with, colorectal cancer, these 15 contributions by US nursing specialists cover: epidemiology and risk; prevention and detection, including controversies over screening and the role of diet; pathophysiology and symptoms; diagnosis; treatment options, including novel agents; management of liver metastases; and symptom management in advanced disease. Berg, a New Hampshire oncology consultant, lists resources on colon cancer and cancer in general for the general public, patients, families, and professionals. Illustrations sample biopsy and scanning results and diagnostic and treatment equipment.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Nurses must have the most up-to-date information possible in order to provide accurate patient education and competent nursing care to patients with colorectal cancer. This book addresses those issues in a very concise and thorough manner. Chapters on risk factors, screening and prevention, diagnosis, different treatment modalities, and symptom management are included.

SYNOPSIS

Providing up-to-date management information for nurses educating the public on, and caring for patients with, colorectal cancer, these 15 contributions by US nursing specialists cover: epidemiology and risk; prevention and detection, including controversies over screening and the role of diet; pathophysiology and symptoms; diagnosis; treatment options, including novel agents; management of liver metastases; and symptom management in advanced disease. Berg, a New Hampshire oncology consultant, lists resources on colon cancer and cancer in general for the general public, patients, families, and professionals. Illustrations sample biopsy and scanning results and diagnostic and treatment equipment.

Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

FROM THE CRITICS

Doody Review Services

Reviewer: polly sue fullom, bsn (Union Hospital)Description: This comprehensive book provides basic information about colorectal cancer geared toward nursing. All aspects are covered from epidemiology and risk, staging, treatment and quality of life issues. Purpose: The purpose is to provide accurate and comprehensive information to oncology nurses, which in turn they can share with patients, families and other healthcare professionals. Audience: The targeted audience is the oncology nurse, but the content would be appropriate for most nurses:medical-surgical, oncology, or office nurses. Features: Do to the high incidence of colorectal cancer in the U.S., it is an important for the general population to understand the risk factors, prevention, screening, and types of treatment. One of the best things about this book is the ease of reading. Assessment: Compared to other books on the subject, this book not only addresses the scientific aspect of colorectal cancer, but provides practical information.

RATING

3 Stars from Doody

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