Module

Supportive Care for Breast Cancer

Source: Breast Cancer Annual Update 2005

Supportive Care for Breast Cancer


Program Director: Clifford A. Hudis, MD

Faculty:

  • Clifford A. Hudis, MD
  • Robert S. Mocharnuk, MD

CME CREDIT INFORMATION

Release Date: 11/04/05

Expiration Date: 11/03/06


Physicians: maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™

Registered Nurses: 1.2 Nursing CE credits

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Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Review current treatment options for management of menopausal symptoms in women with breast cancer

  • Assess the efficacy of current treatment options for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting

  • Compare strategies for the prevention and management of treatment-induced cytopenias.

  • Discuss the causes and complications of fatigue and cognitive impairment in women with breast cancer

  • Evaluate pharmacologic options for management of treatment-related osteoporosis and/or osteopenia


Content includes:

  • Managing Bone Health in Women With Breast Cancer
  • Fatigue and Cognitive Impairment
  • Management of Menopausal Symptoms
  • Prevention and Management of Neutropenia
  • Prevention and Management of Anemia
  • Management of Nausea and Vomiting
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