TITLE
Understanding and debunking myths and facts in oncology
Proposed by Střední zdravotnická škola, Plzen
Duration 15 min
Topics
1. Fundamentals of critical thinking in oncology.
2. The most common myths in oncology and their debunking.
3. Psychosocial impact of myths and misinformation on cancer patients.
Key terms
Oncology, cancer, myths, facts, misinformation, critical thinking, evidence-based medicine, psychosocial aspects, evidence-based approach in oncology
Intro
Today we are faced with a lot of information that may be misleading or inaccurate. The ability to distinguish between myths and facts is crucial to the overall safety of all patients. This curriculum focuses on developing critical thinking and the ability to analyze information in the context of cancer, to provide patients and healthcare professionals with the tools to better navigate this issue.
Resources for educator used:
projector, laptop, interactive lecture, interactive whiteboard, whiteboard, role-playing, case studies, literature and scientific articles, research studies
Methods of educating
individual and group activities, group discussions, role-playing, critical thinking, quizzes, access to expert information
RESOURCES
https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/icnv20
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/services/cancer/tests-and-investigations/
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/diagnosis-staging/diagnosis
https://nurseslabs.com/cancer-nursing-care-plans/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1502290/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2743106/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eKTJSE4msA