Site Specific Oncology - Solid Tumors

Tuesday, March 2, 2021, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Nursing Clinical Education Center (NCEC) W414 GH

This oncology series has been developed by the Medical Surgical Services Division of the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics’ Department of Nursing.  The purpose is to provide site specific oncology information to nurses.  The series consists of a Hematology-Oncology day, a Solid Tumors day and Surgical/Miscellaneous day.  The classes are open to nurses from across the state interested in learning more about hematology/oncology and cancer diagnoses.  

Iowa Board of Nursing, Provider #34 (6.50 hours)

1. Describe early detection and recent advances in the treatment of breast cancer.
2. Identify the surgical and medical interventions for patients with cancers of the genitourinary tract.
3. Review surgical and medical treatment for patients with lung and esophageal cancer.
4. Identify the surgical and medical interventions for patients with primary and metastatic colorectal cancer.
5. Describe the diagnosis, treatment, and nursing interventions for people with head and neck cancer.

Pre-registration is required a minimum of three weeks in advance of offering.  Please contact [email protected] or call 319-356-1238 to register after the deadline.  Space is limited and registration may be denied if seats are full.  You must first receive confirmation before you can register after deadline.  

6.5 contact hours of Continuing Education credit will be granted for this offering. 
Continuing Education credit will be granted by UIHC Department of Nursing (IBN Approved Provider #34).  Participants must attend each session in its entirety to receive full credit.

If you were referencing a printed copy of the brochure received in the mail, there was a slight revision to the Solid Tumor Agenda.  The program ends at 4:00 pm and the CE granted is 6.5 total contact hours awarded.  Updated brochure attached to this program.  

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