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Elsevier Health Sciences Nursing in Haematological Oncology 2e by Maggie Grundy
Haematological oncology is a rapidly advancing and exciting field of medicine. This is the first British textbook addressing haematological oncology written specifically for nurses. The book is intended for qualified nurses working with or having an interest in haematological malignancies and will also be useful to student nurses and those undertaking specialist courses.The second edition of this successful text has been fully revised and updated throughout in line with recent developments in clinical practice. There are seven new chapters and expanded sections on bone marrow transplant the immune system and palliative care.Comprehensive coverage of nursing issues in hematological malignancies providing everything a newcomer will need to knowAddresses the role of chemotherapy radiotherapy and blood marrow transplant treatments in haematological oncology to enable effective management of patientsDiscusses pertinent daily issues for practicing nurses including oral care nausea and vomiting nutrition infection control social and psychological issuesReflection points provide an active reading experience and illuminate ideas and issues within the textSix new chapters: Research Priorities; Leadership Issues for Specialist Nurses; Fatigue; Adolescent Issues; Addressing the Needs of Families; Immune Modulators and Novel TherapiesExpanded information on bone marrow transplant the immune system and palliative careImproved design and layoutNew expert contributors to provide the latest information on their fieldshow more