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Book chapter
Atypical presentation of cancer in the elderly
The older cancer patient: A guide for nurses and related professionals, pp.73-85
Springer Publishing Company, Inc.
2003
Abstract
The purpose of this chapter is to provide practical information and the useable tools necessary for the professional nurse to be instrumental in the diagnosis of cancer. The information presented is meant to assist the nursing professional in identifying clinical and psychosocial issues faced by the patient and family when a cancer diagnosis is made.Skill in this area is essential in promoting a confidence level for professionals as they work with this population.
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- Title
- Atypical presentation of cancer in the elderly
- Publication Details
- The older cancer patient: A guide for nurses and related professionals, pp.73-85
- Resource Type
- Book chapter
- Publisher
- Springer Publishing Company, Inc.; New York
- Copyright
- © 2003 Spring Publishing Company, Inc.
- Identifiers
- 99380523294406600
- Academic Unit
- School of Nursing; Usha Kundu, MD College of Health
- Language
- English