[Role of oncologic nurses in cancer chemotherapy].
The field of cancer chemotherapy requires specialized knowledge and skills, and nurses working in this field undergo specialized training. Oncologic nurses have a large role in cancer chemotherapy and demonstrate superior practical ability while also serving as counselors to patients and as promoters and coordinators of team-based medical care. They also work to carry out education and research on nursing in the field of cancer chemotherapy.
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Dept. of Nursing, Shizuoka Cancer Center, 1007 Shimonagakubo, Nagaizumi-machi, Suntou-gun, Shizuoka 411-8777, Japan.
D002983:Clinical Competence; D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000451:nursing*; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D009859:Oncology Nursing / Q000193:education; D012017:Referral and Consultation