Evaluating the Presence of a Stage IV Low-Grade Well-Differentiated Neuroendocrine Tumor of the Ileocecum: A Case Report with Evaluation of Staging Protocol of Neuroendocrine Tumors and Treatment Options Based on Current Available Evidence.

Neuroendocrine tumors (NET) are rare neoplasms that can originate throughout the human body. An initial treatment option includes upfront surgical resection of the primary tumor (pT) if the tumor can be localized. Current systemic therapy options following resection of the pT or with evidence of metastatic disease include somatostatin analogs, evorlimus, peptide receptor radionuclide therapy, cytotoxic chemotherapy, and interferon alpha among other less common therapy options.

Qualitative Description of New Graduate Nurses' Experiences in a Nurse Residency Program.

Nurse residents were asked to write a targeted story at the end of the 12-month program. Qualitative content analysis by two reviewers yielded five themes: team and teamwork, gratitude, asking questions, the art of nursing, and change. Findings are supported from previous research and add new information to the body of knowledge about the experience of nurse residents.