This course provides a general overview of cancer to help the care professional understand common types of cancer and how to support clients undergoing different cancer treatments. Learn about common side effects that clients diagnosed with cancer may experience, as well as important physical and emotional pain concerns that the care professional can help manage for fragile clients.

• Define common terms and stages associated with cancer.
• List and discuss the top five causes of cancer in the United States.
• Describe how to care for someone undergoing radiation or chemotherapy.
• Describe the side effects associated with cancer treatment and how you can help.
• Describe how you can help with the pain and emotional distress caused by cancer.