A teaching tool for patients receiving continuous i.v. infusion recombinant interleukin-2 therapy.
OBJECTIVE
To present a tool developed to facilitate education of patients and families undergoing continuous i.v. therapy with interleukin-2 (IL-2).


METHODS
Published articles, book chapters, authors' clinical experience.


RESULTS
Topics covered in the teaching tool include development of IL-2, immune functioning, common side effects, side effect management, and when to contact healthcare providers.


CONCLUSIONS
Well-received by patients, families, and healthcare providers who reviewed the material.


CONCLUSIONS
Use of a written patient education tool enables nurses to effectively teach patients with efficient use of nursing time.
Sharp
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Williamson Medical Center, Franklin, TN.
DePriest
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Potts
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Willeford
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D002292:Carcinoma, Renal Cell / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*; D005190:Family; D006801:Humans; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous; D007376:Interleukin-2 / Q000276:immunology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000379:methods*; D013664:Teaching Materials
D007376:Interleukin-2