Cardio-Oncology: Unseen Side Effects of Cancer Treatment

Activity Summary

Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes

As nurses, we are familiar with the visible side effects of cancer treatment, such as hair and weight loss. Some very important changes are not so apparent, however. The study and treatment of cardiovascular complications resulting from cancer treatments has emerged in the healthcare landscape. Using a case study approach and recently published American Society of Clinical Oncologist (ASCO) guidelines, this intermediate session uncovers the effects of cancer treatment on the cardiovascular system.

Objectives

Identify known cancer treatments which may cause cardiac complications.
Apply professional guidelines to the care of the cardio-oncology patient population.
Summarize the importance of the interprofessional team in the care of the cardio-oncology patient.

Continuing Education Disclosure Statement

Successful Completion

Learners must attend/view/read the entire activity and complete the associated evaluation to be awarded the contact hours or CERP. No partial credit will be awarded.

Disclosure

This activity has been reviewed by the Nurse Planner. It has been determined that the material presented here shows no bias. No conflicts of interest have been identified for any individual with the ability to influence the content of this activity. Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing education only and does not imply AACN or ANCC approval or endorsement of any commercial products discussed or displayed in conjunction with this educational activity.

Accreditation

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC's) Commission on Accreditation, ANCC Provider Number 0012. AACN has been approved as a provider of continuing education in nursing by the California State Board of Nursing (CBRN), California Provider number CEP 1036. This activity is approved for 1.07 contact hours.

AACN programming meets the standards for most states that require mandatory continuing education contact hours for license and/or certification renewal. AACN recommends consulting with your state board of nursing or credentialing organization before submitting CE to fulfill continuing education requirements.

Refund Policy

Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.