Abstract
Objective: To provide a brief review of common palliative care practices in the assessment and management of cancer pain for practicing oncology nurses. Data Sources: Published literature as indexed in Medline, relevant guideline documents, textbooks, and clinical experience. Conclusion: All persons with cancer should undergo a comprehensive pain assessment, using validated instruments when possible, and receive expert-guided cancer pain therapy. Specialist palliative care consultation should be engaged as needed to provide an extra layer of support. Implications for Nursing Practice: By better understanding cancer pain assessment and management strategies, nurses will be best equipped to meet the needs of patients and families.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 215-226 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Seminars in oncology nursing |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 2018 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- WHO pain ladder
- cancer
- opioids
- pain
- palliative care
- review
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Oncology(nursing)