Colorectal Cancer: An Overview
Colorectal Cancer: An Overview is organized by Nurse.com - OnCourse Learning Corporation.
Course Originally Released on: 06/15/2022
Date of Most Recent Review: 6/15/2022
Course Termination/ Update Date: 12/31/2025
Description:
Colorectal cancer is a preventable and curable disease. Increased public awareness about colorectal cancer has resulted in improved screening techniques, earlier detection, and better therapies. Deaths due to colorectal cancer have been declining over the past several decades. To ensure that the downward trend continues, all healthcare professionals should be knowledgeable about the risks of developing colorectal cancer, current screening recommendations, pathophysiology, staging, and treatment strategies.
Goal and Learning Outcomes:
The goal of this course is to provide nursing professionals in the acute care setting with an overview of colorectal cancer screening guidelines and treatment recommendations.
After taking this course, you should be able to:
• Identify risk factors and screening recommendations for colorectal cancer.
• Recall toxicities and prevention strategies associated with colorectal cancer treatment.