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Meeting the Challenge of Infection: A Case Study

Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, One Children's PI, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Infection is the most critical complication of cancer. A case study is presented that describes an adolescent with acute lymphocytic leukemia. He experienced multiple complications due to infection. Both new and standard therapies were required for the treatment and prevention of infections. A discussion of the rationale for various aspects of his care is presented.

Journal of Pediatric Oncology Nursing, Vol. 9, No. 4, 146-158 (1992)
DOI: 10.1177/104345429200900402


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