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  • Title: Polycythemia vera.
    Author: Knoop T.
    Journal: Semin Oncol Nurs; 1996 Feb; 12(1):70-7. PubMed ID: 8650444.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVES: To review the proliferative nature of polycythemia vera (PV), clinical features, laboratory findings, treatment options and controversies, and nursing management. DATA SOURCES: Textbook chapters and review articles that pertain to polycythemia vera. CONCLUSIONS: Polycythemia vera is a chronic myeloproliferative disorder that can evolve into acute leukemia. Treatment options include phlebotomy, myelosuppressive agents, interferon, and platelet inhibitors. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE: Nursing management of the patient with PV is challenging because of the evolving nature of the disease and treatment-related complications. Close monitoring and compliance with the treatment plan is necessary.
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