The aim of this article is to provide an
overview of the management of patients with
lung cancer, and enhance understanding of
the advances in investigative procedures and
treatment of the disease. After reading this
article and completing the time out activities
you should be able to:
4Identify risk factors for lung cancer and ways
to reduce these risks.
4Describe the investigations undertaken
to confirm a diagnosis of lung cancer and
identify the stage of disease.
4Explain the benefits of new treatments for
patients with lung cancer.
4Outline the main side effects of intravenous
chemotherapy and targeted therapy.
4Describe the ways in which nurses can
improve patients’ quality of life and
experience of care.