A cross-sectional study of stressors and coping mechanisms used by radiation therapists and oncology nurses: Resilience in Cancer Care Study.

Introduction: Occupational stress and burnout are well-recognised experiences reported by cancer care workers. The aim was to describe the frequency and severity of potential stressors as well as the effectiveness of coping skills of radiation therapists (RTs) and oncology nurses (ONs), which make up the two largest occupational groups in cancer care.

Methods: A questionnaire was distributed to RTs and ONs in two large tertiary hospitals in Queensland.

Quality Improvement Investigation for Head and Neck Stabilization in Radiotherapy Using Setup Tattoos.

Purpose: Highly complex planning techniques and delivery methods in the treatment of head and neck cancer require an advanced level of accuracy and reproducibility.

Aim: To determine if the addition of tattoos placed on the chest inferior to the CIVCO Vac-Lok stabilization system improves accuracy and reproducibility of patient set up.

Methods: Eighteen patients with head and neck cancer were studied.