Oncology Nursing and the Treatment of Pain
April 11 , 2006
1:30 - 2:30 PM Eastern
10:30 - 11:30 AM Pacific
Featured Speaker:
Patrick Coyne, MSN, APRN. BC
Clinical Director, Thomas Palliative Care Unit
Massey Cancer Center of Virginia Commonwealth University
Today, over 40% of all cancer patients in the United States will either not achieve adequate pain relief or will endure significant side effects. Yet, research shows that satisfactory control of pain is possible in about 90% of cancer patients. What are the under-appreciated pain syndromes many cancer survivors must endure daily? How can you incorporate appropriate techniques into your practice? Find out through this audio conference.