The oncology nurse
Example: The oncology nurse cares for patients with cancer every day.
Definition
"The oncology nurse" refers to a specialized nurse who provides care and support to patients diagnosed with cancer, assisting with treatment, managing symptoms, and offering emotional support throughout their medical journey.
Etymology
The term "the oncology nurse" combines "oncology," derived from the Greek word 'onkos' meaning mass or tumor, and 'logy' meaning study, with "nurse," originating from the Latin 'nutrire,' meaning to nourish or nurture. Together, they describe a nurse specializing in the care of cancer patients.
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"The oncology nurse" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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