Pharmacology of Oncology
Pharmacology of Oncology is organized by Nurse.com - OnCourse Learning Corporation.
Course Originally Released on: 03/07/2023
Date of Most Recent Review: 3/7/2023
Course Termination/ Update Date: 12/31/2026
Description:
Chemotherapy is widely used to treat cancers with the intent to cure or prevent recurrence. There are several medications used to treat or manage cancer and tumor growth. Healthcare providers (HCPs) should be familiar with these medications. This also includes their indication, mechanism of action (MOA), dosing regimen, and adverse effects.
Goal and Learning Outcomes:
The goal of this course is to provide registered nurses, advanced practice registered nurses, physicians, pharmacists, and physician’s assistants with up-to-date information on the commonly used drug classes of chemotherapy agents.
After taking this course, you should be able to:
• Discuss the therapeutic purpose of chemotherapy, including delivery methods and dosing.
• Identify the pharmacological effects of the different classes of chemotherapy agents for the management of cancer.
• Recognize the common adverse and cytotoxic effects of cancer drugs.