Prostate Cancer: Current Approaches in Nursing Care and Patient Management-Content PDF Handout

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This continuing education course covers various aspects of prostate cancer, including risk factors, diagnostic processes, treatment options, and nursing roles in patient care. It emphasizes the importance of patient education and support throughout the treatment journey. Side effects of prostate cancer treatments are also discussed, including urinary problems, sexual dysfunction, bowel dysfunction, and psychological distress. Nursing management and strategies for addressing these issues are highlighted.

Keywords

prostate cancer

risk factors

diagnostic processes

treatment options

nursing roles

patient care

patient education

side effects

urinary problems

psychological distress