Cancer nursing: past, present, and future.
This article explores the context and nursing care that was provided to people facing the challenges imposed by cancer diagnoses throughout history and issues that influence cancer nursing as it continues to evolve in the twenty-first century. Considerations and potential strategies for the nursing profession to address these issues are offered.
The University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Boulevard, Galveston, TX 77555, USA. pjhaylock@indian-creek.net <pjhaylock@indian-creek.net>
Pamela J
PJ
Haylock
D049673:History, 20th Century; D049674:History, 21st Century; D009656:North America; D009859:Oncology Nursing / Q000266:history* / Q000639:trends