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Guidelines and Training Can Reduce Bladder Irrigation-Associated CAUTIs

Mandatory nurse training on intermittent bladder irrigation standardized the procedure, resulting in significant reduction in CAUTIs.

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Seth Eisenberg Compares the Effectiveness of Plastic-Backed Pads Vs The Splashblocker in Reducing Toilet Aerosols

Seth Eisenberg, ASN, RN, OCN, BMTCN, discusses his research comparing plastic-backed pads and the Splashblocker.

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When a Parent Has Cancer, Children Become Young Carers — and That Changes Them

Children and young adults often take on more responsibility when their parent is diagnosed with cancer. A recent study surveyed these young carers about their experience.

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Early Geriatric Assessment Improves Care for Older Adults With Cancer

Geriatric assessment at intake improves care planning for patients with cancer aged 65 and older, a new study suggests.

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Intervention Training Oncology Nurses Improves Management of CAR-T Therapy

A training program successfully taught nurses how to manage patients receiving CAR T-cell therapy, according to researchers.

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Algorithm Reduces Falls Among Hematology/Oncology Patients

An algorithm can help nurses reduce falls with injury in hematology/oncology inpatients, a study suggests.

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Pain and Functional Status Predict Malnutrition in Elderly Women With Breast Cancer

Elderly women with breast cancer who report pain or have impaired functional status should be screened for malnutrition, a study suggests.

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Ice-Based Therapy May Prevent Chemotherapy-Related Mucositis

Among patients who held ice in their mouth before, during and after chemotherapy, 78% did not experience oral mucositis.

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Fall Prevention Algorithm Reduces Falls Among Hematology/Oncology Patients

A standby assist algorithm individualized fall assessment, resulting in a significant improvement in number of falls and falls with injury.

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Chemotherapy Administration Education Developed for Correctional Facility Nurses

Nurses from an NCI-affiliated comprehensive cancer center developed chemotherapy education program for correctional facility nurses.

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