Seminars in Oncology Nursing
Volume 25, Issue 2, Supplement 1 , Pages S8-S19, May 2009

Clinical Challenges: Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

  • Judith A. Paice

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to Judith A. Paice, PhD, RN, 676 N. St. Clair Street, Suite 850, Chicago, IL 60611;

Objectives

To discuss the challenges associated with treating pain and altered sensations due to chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN).

Data Sources

Published research articles and clinical experience.

Conclusion

Although there are still great challenges associated with preventing and treating pain and altered sensations due to CIPN, there are preventative strategies and therapeutic options that can certainly improve the quality of life of patients who have cancer.

Implications for Nursing Practice

Oncology nurses can gain a better understanding of the available pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic strategies that can prevent and reduce pain associated with chemotherapy-induced neuropathy.

Key Words: Pain, chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, chemotherapy

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 Based on a symposium held at the 2008 Oncology Nursing Society Congress.

PII: S0749-2081(09)00031-X

doi:10.1016/j.soncn.2009.03.013

Seminars in Oncology Nursing
Volume 25, Issue 2, Supplement 1 , Pages S8-S19, May 2009

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