92999 Complex Cancer Nursing

6cp; on campus, intensive
Postgraduate

This subject explores ethical, legal and professional issues related to complex cancer nursing practice, throughout the continuum of care from early diagnosis through various stages of advancing disease. Emphasis is on common cancers such as those originating in bowel, lung, prostate and breast cells as well as some relatively rare lymphatic and haematological cancers. The subject addresses aspects of oncology across the lifespan. It also examines the role of the nurse in addressing complex psychosocial issues such as patients' endurance and survivorship.

Fee information

2006 contribution for 2005/06 commencing Commonwealth-supported undergraduate students: $490.00
2006 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,040.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Note: The above fees are applicable in 2006 for 2005/06 commencing Commonwealth-supported and domestic fee-paying undergraduate students only. Pre-2005 Commonwealth-supported undergraduate students should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students webpage.
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