Acute Myeloid Leukemia: Targeting Key Clinical Issues for Oncology Nurses

The landscape of AML treatment is evolving, and newer targeted agents may improve outcomes for selected subgroups of patients. Activity goal considerations for the nurse/NP when participating in this activity:

Treatment decision making with incorporation of cytogenetic and molecular testing
Considerations in the care of a patient receiving therapy for AML related to nursing care and side effect management
Psychosocial considerations and resources for a patient with AML
Oncology nurses and nurse practitioners, as members of the oncology/hematology care teams, need to provide disease and treatment information, determine the most appropriate evidence-based treatment, manage adverse effects, and offer emotional support.