Educational preparation of nurses caring for older people with cancer: an international perspective
Objectives To review the education available in Europe and the USA for nurses caring for older people with cancer. Data sources Nursing literature, published guidelines, and professional nursing organizations websites: Conclusion The educational needs of nurses caring for older cancer patients...
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Summary: | Objectives To review the education available in Europe and the USA for nurses caring for older people with cancer. Data sources Nursing literature, published guidelines, and professional nursing organizations websites: Conclusion The educational needs of nurses caring for older cancer patients have not been well defined to date, resulting in a mixed international picture of preparation. Implication for nursing practice As the number of older people with cancer grows, the resulting complexities of patient and family care needs have significant implications for the role of nursing. |
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