(AC 1.1) Jane with cervical cancer may be afraid of the problems around her, especially regarding the future of her children during the disease and her relationship with her husband . Based on the nursing process and (according to Berridge and Liddle 2013) Roper's model, the oncology nurse will need to address Jane's needs, give her support and prepare for emotional and physical changes. (AC 2.2, 1.1) The role of the nurse is to promote independence, but also individuality. Jane's needs will be different from those of other cancer patients, regarding her family, individual needs, beliefs. The treatment plan is based on this assessment and the type of rehabilitation best suited to your lifestyle. Observation and changes to the treatment plan are maintained throughout the treatment period. Furthermore, the family's help will be very useful as they are the most supportive part of Jane. The role of the oncology nurse is to help explain to Jane any uncertainties about her medical condition and how different treatments will affect how her body will react. The oncology nurse will also inform Jane's family what will happen to her. (AC 1.2, 2.2) The care plan will be supported by team members, including professional and non-professional staff members. Therefore communication is essential to maintain the highest possible level of Jane's well-being. Team members include nurses, GPs, doctors, oncology unit staff assisting during chemotherapy and non-professionals such as staff staff (cleaners, reception staff), healthcare workers, family members. Team members will provide help in different aspects at every stage of your disease. Some of them have to support the family (children: healthcare workers), others have to help with daily life in the hospital (health assistant, cleaners). However the nurse is the person who integrates this team and the coordinator throughout the cancer treatment. Working under supervision also provides the nurse with learning opportunities according to the Royal College of Nursing (2002): “Clinical supervision aims to motivate nurses, whilst being client-centred and focused on safeguarding standards of client care”. (AC 1.1, 2.1 ) Jane may be uncertain about the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. This is when the oncology nurse will use her specialist knowledge, answer any questions Jane is unsure of, and even if she doesn't know the answer, she will find it by working with other members of the team. Based on the nurse's oncology knowledge and experience, her communication skills will make Jane and her family think positively about treatment; not only at the beginning of cancer treatment, but also during and at the end, however it turns out.
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