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Nurses play an essential role in supporting the somatic biomarker testing process from specimen collection to providing education on treatment decisions based on the outcomes. This resource outlines the implications for nursing practice and defines the role of the oncology nurse in this process.
Paired somatic and germline testing is simultaneous genomic sequencing of a somatic and germline sample from a patient to inform cancer treatment.
Learn how oncolytic viruses work along with the proper preparation, administration, post-administration, as well as helpful tips for the safe handling of oncolytic viruses through this engaging infographic.
The treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer includes many challenges and an overwhelming amount of information. Listed here are helpful tips to best manage the most common side effects, provide advice on when you should call the medical team, and to offer resources for support during this journey.
Nurses may need to collect additional information from the laboratory being used for biomarker testing to help educate patients and families and inform nursing practice.
A diagnosis of colorectal cancer can bring on many questions about the disease, where it came from, and how it will be treated. Review these frequently asked questions and make a list of additional questions to ask of your healthcare team.
Apply the biomarker testing nursing process to your practice to guide the delivery of genomic care to all patients with cancer.
Use this clinical practice resource to understand biomarker testing and the difference between germline and somatic variants.
Learn more about best practices for personal protective equipment during administration, compounding, and spill management of checkpoint inhibitors.
Better understand the mechanism of action when combining anti-hormonal therapy and a CDK4/6 inhibitor as a dual inhibitor to treat metastatic breast cancer.