Learn about the latest protocols and advances in oncology in the field of nursing intervention and bring to your work the confidence you need to work at the highest level”

Knowledge of the different types of tumors is fundamental in the specialization of the oncology nurse. As part of the multidisciplinary team, the oncology nurse must know the main characteristics of the most prevalent tumors in order to guide their practice and provide quality care.

Likewise, the management of complex cases, one of the areas of competence of the nursing professional, requires mastery of the patient's pathology, in order to coordinate actions and strategies with the different professionals involved.

On the other hand, the treatments for oncological processes are varied and its a priority that nurses have in-depth knowledge. Once the fundamentals of pathophysiology have been consolidated and the main characteristics of each type of tumor are known, this postgraduate diploma delves into the particularities of each therapeutic modality.

In the case of antineoplastic drug therapy, this is a fundamental pillar in the management of the oncological patient and covers from the reception of the drug to its elimination. The preparation and administration process will involve several phases in which the training and updating of healthcare personnel is of vital importance to guarantee patient safety and the proper development of the healthcare process.

An essential point in which nursing has a prominent role is to know and manage the different routes of administration. These accesses constitute a fundamental part in the life of cancer patients, since the administration of their treatment depends on their care.

The updating of the contents of this postgraduate diploma and its integrative approach will give rise to a complete vision of all aspects related to oncology nursing. The contents will provide a journey through the diverse needs of cancer patients, whose particularities require personalized attention.

Both the design of the program and the educational material used will facilitate the understanding of concepts, and the realization of practical cases will help to adapt what has been learned to clinical practice. In this way, the completion of the postgraduate diploma will provide immersive learning to achieve the professional's specialization in real situations of their usual professional practice.

A complete program that will help you learn the main techniques and therapies to care for cancer patients in a comprehensive and professional manner”

This postgraduate diploma in Types of Tumors, Oncological Treatment and Administration for Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Oncology Nursing
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• What's new in oncology nursing: tumor types, oncology treatment and administration
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Oncology Nursing
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

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The teaching staff includes professionals from the field of Oncology Nursing, who bring their experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different profeSsional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in Oncology Nursing with extensive experience. 

The best teaching material in a high-quality program that will facilitate your learning in a contextual approach"

This 100% online postgraduate diploma will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work, while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The postgraduate diploma in postgraduate diploma is oriented to prepare health professionals to perform their daily work when caring for cancer patients, following the highest quality standards in the performance of their work.

Our goal is to help you achieve the skills of a professional of proven excellence in your profession”

General Objectives

• Expand the professional's knowledge, facilitating the acquisition of advanced competencies that will enable them to provide specialized care to complex oncology patients
• Incorporate theoretical and pathophysiological fundamentals in nursing practice, assuming the particularities of pediatric, adult and elderly patients
• Define the specific skills of the nursing professional in the oncology field in order to increase effectiveness and efficiency in the organization and to acquire coordination and management skills of the nursing team
• Design patient and family care plans integrating knowledge, attitudes and skills acquired during the program
• Apply the theoretical knowledge acquired in relation to the oncology patient and the management and administration of treatment, guaranteeing patient safety at all times
• Delve into the development of interpersonal relationships between the professional and the patient-family, as well as with the rest of the members of the multidisciplinary team
• Integrate emotional management strategies in the different stages of the disease process, incorporating the psychosocial and spiritual approach in the care and assuming death as a natural process in the terminal patient
• Acquire the necessary education to act with autonomy and provide the best care based on scientific evidence
• Implement research into routine nursing practice as a basis for professional development and effective and efficient management of complex cases

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Types of Tumors

• Know the main types of malignant tumors with relation to their anatomical location
• Acquire knowledge about prevalence and risk factors related to each group of neoplasms
• Identify the most frequent signs and symptoms in each group
• Describe the diagnostic tests most commonly used in tumor detection and staging
• Determine the current therapeutic options for each type of tumor
• Apply the acquired theoretical knowledge in the development of nursing care plans appropriate to the patients pathology

Module 2. Oncological Treatments

• Describe the therapeutic modalities that exist in the adult oncology patient, as well as the main indications for their choice
• Identify the surgical techniques used for the resection of the most frequent tumors and the nursing care derived from them
• Acquire knowledge about the different chemotherapeutic agents, their indications, as well as the most frequent adverse effects related to their use
• Distinguish between the different radiotherapy modalities and determine the necessary care in each one of them
• Perform nursing care plans that respond to the side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment
• Know the characteristics and indications of other current oncological therapies: hormonal treatments, biologics and interventional procedures
• Determine the recommended pre-, post- and follow-up nursing care for the patient undergoing oncologic transplantation

Module 3. Nursing role in the administration of chemotherapy treatment.

• Recognize the steps in the process of administering chemotherapy treatment
• Gain in-depth knowledge of the protocol for receiving and storing cytostatics and guarantee the safety of the patient, the professional and the rest of the healthcare team during their handling
• Understand the meaning of pharmaceutical validation and demonstrate knowledge of compatibilities and incompatibilities of antineoplastic drugs
• Identify the resources available in the work area set up for the preparation of cytostatics, as well as the standards to be followed
• Explain how to act in the event of a spill of chemotherapeutic products and/or contamination of the work area
• Acquire advanced knowledge related to the administration of chemotherapy
• Classify the different routes of administration of cytostatics, knowing their indications, risks and benefits for the patient
• Prevent and recognize early complications associated with venous access during the administration of chemotherapy treatment and develop care plans aimed at their resolution
  Determine the drugs with the highest risk of producing extravasation and know how to prevent and treat it
  Expose the genetic risks derived from the handling of cytostatics and to know how they can be avoided or minimized
  Differentiate the types of waste generated after handling and administration of antineoplastic drugs
  Become familiar with the process and regulations for the treatment of cytostatic waste
  Teach patients and their families how to properly manage body excreta after chemotherapy administration

Make the most of this opportunity and take the step to get up to date on the latest developments in Types of Tumors, Oncological Treatment and Administration for Nursing”