Abstract
OBJECTIVES
To review cancer chemoprevention clinical trials, and to discuss associated roles, responsibilities, and challenges for nursing.
DATA SOURCES
Journal articles, textbooks, and government reports.
CONCLUSION
Chemoprevention offers a promising approach to primary cancer prevention for a variety of organ systems. Candidate agents are rigorously evaluated for safety and efficacy through the chemoprevention clinical trials process.
IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE
Chemoprevention is an emerging discipline in which complex clinical trials are being conducted. Nurses play key roles in planning, coordinating, and implementing these studies.
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