Introducing the case study
19 Introducing the case study Chapters 19–24 follow a patient diagnosed with breast cancer, in the form of a case study. Each chapter identifies a stage of the patient experience….
Caring for the patient undergoing biological therapy
12 Caring for the patient undergoing biological therapy Chapter aim • To introduce the principles of biological therapy • To understand the impact of biological therapy on the individual Introduction…
Caring for the patient undergoing haemopoietic stem cell transplant
11 Caring for the patient undergoing haemopoietic stem cell transplant Chapter aims • To introduce the student to the principles of haemopoietic stem cell transplant • To understand the impact…
The rationale for selecting cancer treatment
8 The rationale for selecting cancer treatment Chapter aim • To introduce the student to the rationale for selecting cancer treatment Introduction There are a number of treatments used to…
Personal and public perceptions of cancer
1 Personal and public perceptions of cancer Chapter aims • To be able to reflect on previous experiences • To explore what your perception of cancer may be • To…
