PHSA - BCC - Immunotherapies

This course provides an overview of immunotherapies, symptom management and nurse initiated phone calls.

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the basic principles of immune therapy
• Understand the difference between immunotherapy and chemotherapy
• Understand the risk factors associated with immunotherapy - checkpoint inhibitors
• Recognize and manage risk factors and side effects of checkpoint inhibitors
• Educate patients about the importance of reporting signs and symptoms in a timely manner
• Be knowledgeable about the nursing process related to immunotherapy and nurse initiated phone calls
• Be informed about available resources related to immunotherapy