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Biotherapy and the oncology nurse
1Education and Training Department, Frederick Memorial Hospital, MD 21701, USA.
Seminars in Oncology Nursing
|May 1, 1996
Summary
Biotherapy is a vital fourth cancer treatment modality, offering new roles for oncology nurses. Expertise in biotherapy is essential for managing patients receiving these innovative cancer therapies.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Biotherapy
- Cancer Therapeutics
Background:
- Biotherapy represents a significant advancement in cancer treatment.
- It is recognized as the fourth major modality of cancer therapy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To overview biotherapy.
- To define the evolving roles of oncology nurses in biotherapy.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of published articles.
- Focus on biotherapy and its implications for oncology nursing.
Main Results:
- Biotherapy demonstrates efficacy as a standalone treatment.
- Biotherapy can be effectively combined with surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy.
Conclusions:
- Biotherapy is a crucial fourth-line cancer treatment.
- Oncology nurses require specialized knowledge for biotherapy patient care.
- The advancement of biotherapy presents new opportunities and roles for oncology nurses.