Lung Cancer: Diagnosis and Management

The purpose of this course is to address the various aspects of diagnosis, treatment, disease management and appropriate patient care for healthcare professionals caring for patients with lung cancer. In addition, members of the public may use this course to enhance their personal knowledge of the subject matter presented.


Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:


1. Discuss the risk factors and incidence of lung cancer.

2. Explain the pathophysiology of lung cancer.

3. Identify the signs and symptoms of lung cancer.

4. Discuss the various tests used to diagnose lung cancer.

5. Describe the lung cancer classification and staging system.

6. Discuss the treatment options available to the patient with lung cancer, including potential adverse effects.

7. Discuss the clinical course of a patient with lung cancer.

8. Describe conditions caused by advanced lung cancer and lung cancer treatments.

9. Identify the vascular access devices (VADs) commonly used in the treatment and management of lung cancer.

10. Define grief and loss and identify measures to facilitate the grieving process.

11. Differentiate between advance directives, physician directives, and do not resuscitate (DNR) orders.

12. Explain the hospice concept.

13. Discuss nursing case management and clinical pathways of the patient with lung cancer.

14. List patient teaching goals that are useful for patients with lung cancer.


This 10-hour continuing education course is available for download for professional development; if continuing education credit is desired, please see instructions included in eBook.