Breast Cancers
This unit of study is designed for both breast specialist and generalist nurses. The unit of study reviews normal anatomy and physiology of the breast in relation to pathological findings associated with the different types of breast cancer. Global issues of epidemiology, aetiology, risk factors, genetics, and breast cancer screening and diagnostic factors are discussed in detail. Clinical presentation, diagnostic strategies, pathology findings and pathophysiology of specific types of breast cancers are addressed in relation to current treatment guidelines.
Hours of Study: 150
Credit Points : 6
Theme 1: The context of breast Cancer
Identify the impact of breast cancer in the local, national and international current setting context.
Theme 2: Transition from normal cells to breast cancer
Evaluate the influence of breast cancer programs and services in the early detection, diagnosis, treatment and improved survival outcomes of breast cancer.
Theme 3: Diagnosis and pathology of breast cancer
- Develop specialist knowledge about types of breast cancer and their associated specific pathology results.
- Evaluate the psychosocial support required for people who undergo genetic testing and are diagnosed with abnormal genetic findings.
- Reflect on their own values, beliefs and attitudes to demonstrate an awareness and sensitivity to the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse individuals as well as the cultural needs of indigenous Australians.
- Multimodal Analgesia course for Nurses
- Posted By eIntegrity Healthcare e-Learning
- Posted Date: 2024-09-20
- Location:Online
- This session describes the rationale and application of using combinations of analgesic medicines. ...
- The Experience of Long-term Condition and Disabili...
- Posted By eIntegrity Healthcare e-Learning
- Posted Date: 2024-09-20
- Location:Online
- This session addresses the experience of having a long-term condition and disability during adolesce...
- Health Promotion in Clinical Consultations for Nur...
- Posted By eIntegrity Healthcare e-Learning
- Posted Date: 2024-09-20
- Location:Online
- This session will assist you in understanding the practical concepts relating to the promotion of he...
- Health Promotion in Young People for Nurses
- Posted By eIntegrity Healthcare e-Learning
- Posted Date: 2024-09-20
- Location:Online
- This session introduces the main issues linked to health promotion in young people. You will learn a...
- Empowering and Motivating for Nurses
- Posted By eIntegrity Healthcare e-Learning
- Posted Date: 2024-09-20
- Location:Online
- This session discusses the implications of empowering young people to take decisions about their own...