Critical Care: Oncology and Hematology

Course overview

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world. Cancer incidence is related to extended life expectancy; therefore, it is considered a chronic illness. Mortality associated with cancer has sharply declined over the years, increasing the number of survivors who require ongoing disease management. In the past, advanced cancer was considered an exclusion criterion for admission to an intensive care unit (ICU). This course aims to prepare nursing professionals in acute care settings with knowledge regarding the needs of patients with oncology and hematology malignancies.