Section: Module 1: Lesson 7: Stem Cell Transplantation in Cancer Treatment | Oncology Nursing | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe the hematological and immunological principles of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT).
    2. Define donor histocompatibility.
    3. List the types of HSCT.
    4. Recognize diseases treatable by HSCT.
    5. Explain acute and chronic graft-versus-host disease.
    6. Explain the impact of HSCT on various health domains.
    7. Describe the prevention, detection, and management of common short and long term health alterations experienced by people undergoing HSCT.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute):  1 hour and 33minutes.

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