Oncology Nurse Practitioner
Oncology nurse practitioners provide advanced nursing care, often acting as a bridge between patients and oncologists.
Roles of a Oncology Nurse Practitioner:
- Conduct physical exams, order diagnostic tests and interpret results.
- Prescribe medications, including supportive therapies and some cancer treatments.
- Monitor patient symptoms, treatment responses and side effects.
Questions to ask a Oncology Nurse Practitioner:
- What symptoms should I report to you immediately?
- What treatment or medication side effects can you help me manage?
- Are there supportive care options you recommend for my situation?
- How will you coordinate with my oncologist and other members of my care team?
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