This classic text offers a comprehensive, yet concise and manageable overview of oncology nursing. New to this edition, symptom management topics are now presented in a separate unit so you"ll easily see how to effectively improve your patients" sense of wellbeing. Over 400 multiple-choice review questions complement chapter case studies to reinforce what you"ve learned as well as prepare you for certification exams. * Comprehensive yet concise overview of oncology nursing * Consistent format in disease chapters for quick access and understanding of key information * Review questions with answers and rationales at the end of each chapter * New chapter on Functional Status and its effect on patient outcomes * New chapter on Ethical Considerations for the oncology nurse * New chapters on Skin Integrity, Oral Mucositis, Bone Marrow Suppression * New chapter on Palliative Care offers information regarding providing physical and emotional comfort to dying patients and their families * New chapters on Patient Education and Family Caregiving for information on assisting families that provide needed health services and support outside of the healthcare setting * New Symptom Management unit with new chapters on Dyspnea, Sleep Disturbance, Nausea, and Hot Flashes * Case studies at the end of each chapter correspond with chapter content and review questions with rationales