Originally presented June 12, 2019 as part of the UNC Cancer Network RN and Allied Health Lecture Series. This Self-Paced, Online Course expired August 6, 2020.

This is a Non-Credit course and does NOT offer continuing education credits.

Presenter

Katharine Harrell, NP-C

Katharine Harrell, NP-C
Nurse Practitioner, Division of Surgical Oncology
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
UNC School of Medicine
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Helping Patients with Breast Cancer

This lecture touches on various topics important in helping breast cancer patients. We’ll discuss early detection, risk factors, diagnoses, treatment, and survivorship as well as breast cancer treatment modalities, including hormone inhibitors. Some patients will might want information about plastic surgery (breast reconstruction), and tips on using cryotherapy for prevention of peripheral neuropathy.

Learning Outcomes

Identify basic breast anatomy and the components of a breast exam.
Define benign v malignant breast disorders.
Describe the basic treatment and follow-up of patients being treated for or having survived breast cancer therapies.

Accreditation

This is a Non-Credit course and does NOT offer continuing education credits.

Disclaimer

Please note: This course was published more than one year ago. The facts and conclusions presented may have since changed and may no longer be accurate. Questions about personal health should always be referred to a physician or other health care professional.