Procedure
Radiation Therapy (External Beam Radiation)
A one-page care plan for patients having Radiation Therapy (External Beam Radiation), covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this treatment uses radiation to treat cancer
- I understand it is usually given over multiple sessions
- I follow instructions about skin care before treatment
- I tell my provider about symptoms or side effects
- I understand protecting treated skin is important
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Radiation Therapy (External Beam Radiation) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.