Asked by Khatool Wardak on Sep 26, 2024
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A nurse is working in a cancer facility that follows the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) recommendations for essential components of survivorship care. Which recommendations will be the nurse's focus? (Select all that apply.)
A) Cessation of noncancer follow-up and care
B) Prevention and detection of new and recurrent cancers
C) Intervention for consequences of cancer and its treatment
D) Coordination between specialists and primary care providers
E) Surveillance for cancer spread, recurrence, or second cancers
Institute of Medicine
An American nonprofit organization that provides expert, evidence-based advice on health and medicine to policymakers, professionals, and the public.
Survivorship Care
Ongoing health care and support provided to a person who has survived cancer, addressing various physical, emotional, and social challenges.
Recurrent Cancers
Cancers that return after treatment, either in the same place (local recurrence) or in another part of the body (distant recurrence).
- Implement the Institute of Medicine's recommendations for essential components of survivorship care.
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Ashley Santanaabout 11 hours ago
Final Answer :
B, C, D, E
Explanation :
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommends four essential components of survivorship care: (1) Prevention and detection of new cancers and recurrent cancer; (2) surveillance for cancer spread, recurrence, or second cancers; (3) intervention for consequences of cancer and its treatment (e.g., medical problems, symptoms, psychological distress); and (4) coordination between specialists and primary care providers. The patient should continue with noncancer follow-up and care.
Learning Objectives
- Implement the Institute of Medicine's recommendations for essential components of survivorship care.