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A teaching tool for patients receiving continuous i.v. infusion recombinant interleukin-2 therapy
E Sharp1, C DePriest, L A Potts
1Williamson Medical Center, Franklin, TN.
Oncology Nursing Forum
|June 1, 1994
Purpose/Objectives:
To present a tool developed to facilitate education of patients and families undergoing continuous i.v. therapy with interleukin-2 (IL-2).
Data Sources:
Published articles, book chapters, authors' clinical experience.
Data Synthesis:
Topics covered in the teaching tool include development of IL-2, immune functioning, common side effects, side effect management, and when to contact healthcare providers.
Conclusions:
Well-received by patients, families, and healthcare providers who reviewed the material.
Implications For Nursing Practice:
Use of a written patient education tool enables nurses to effectively teach patients with efficient use of nursing time.