Supportive Care

Management of Dysphagia in Patients With Head and Neck Cancer

Brittany Balusik

dysphagia, head and neck cancer, advanced practice nurse, quality of life
CJON 2014, 18(2), 149-150. DOI: 10.1188/14.CJON.149-150

Dysphagia is one of the most common symptoms affecting patients with head and neck cancer. It can lead to several complications and affect patients' quality of life. The advanced practice nurse can play an important role in the plan of care for managing this condition in patients with head and neck cancer.

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