This case-based course explores the expanding role of respiratory therapists across the lung cancer care continuum. Through three clinical cases, participants will examine RT engagement in early-stage lung cancer management, respiratory complications of novel bispecific therapies, and goals-of-care communication in the critically ill oncology patient. This activity provides practical strategies for interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize symptom management, treatment tolerance, and quality of life in patients with lung cancer.
Approved for 1.00 CRCE Hours.
SEMINAR OBJECTIVES
Improve awareness among thoracic and other oncology specialists about the contributions that RTs can make to improve diagnosis and symptom management in patients with lung cancer.
Increase knowledge among RTs about the side effects of novel bispecifics approved for lung cancer and their potential impact on a patient’s respiratory system.
Expand understanding among thoracic oncologists and RTs about management priorities to better address symptom burden in patients with lung cancer.