Authors

  1. Tringali, Carol A. MS, RN, AOCNS
  2. Kanaskie, Mary Louise MS, RN-BC, AOCN

Abstract

Oral mucositis, a cancer therapy side effect, can negatively affect quality of life. This study evaluated the effect of an educational program on nurses' knowledge and perceived need to change oral mucositis management practice. This study revealed that nurses' knowledge and perceived need to change practice were positively affected by the educational program.