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Editor
Deborah K. Mayer, PhD, RN, AOCN®, FAAN
The Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing (CJON) is an official publication of the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) and is directed to the nurse caring for patients with or at risk for cancer. CJON is a vehicle to advance the mission of ONS, which is to promote excellence in oncology nursing and quality cancer care. The CJON mission is twofold: (a) to provide practical information necessary to care for patients and their families across the cancer continuum and (b) to develop publication skills in oncology nurses.
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A variety of opportunities are available for those interested in actively contributing to the journal. From the Review Board and the Mentor/Fellow Program to writing columns and full-length articles, CJON has it all!
In addition to reviewing and publishing unsolicited manuscripts, the CJON Editorial Board will publish an annual call for articles to address current gaps in the literature to fulfill our mission. The topics of interest include, but are not limited to: ethical issues, genetics, informatics, prevention/early detection, radiation therapy, comorbid conditions, geriatrics, interventional radiology, professional issues, and tumor biomarkers/genomics.
Questions? Comments? Feel free to contact Editorial Assistant Alexis Yakemovic for assistance at any time during the publication process at +1-412-859-6259 or share your thoughts about a recent article or column by writing a letter to the editor. In addition, the Resources for Writers page provides helpful information on manuscript preparation.
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Featured Article |
Managing Toxicities Associated With Colorectal Cancer Chemotherapy and Targeted Therapy: A New Guide for Nurses
Although patients with metastatic colorectal cancer have benefited considerably from recent therapeutic advances, the use of more complex treatment regimens has inevitably resulted in an increase in treatment-related toxicities.
This can ultimately lead to dose reductions, delays, or discontinuation of therapy, which may negatively affect efficacy outcomes.
Early identification and treatment of toxicities often can allow treatment to continue as planned or at a lower dose, if required.
The oncology nurse is ideally positioned to assist with the timely recognition and management of side effects. |
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