For the purpose of this assignment you are the Cancer Care Coordinator at the hospital where
John receives his adjuvant chemotherapy for colorectal cancer. John is currently receiving his
last cycle of chemotherapy and you will be meeting with him to provide education with
regards to his discharge and self-management planning following the end of his active
treatment.
What you need to do
Discuss the content you would include in a Survivorship Care Plan, and outline your
approaches to education and collaboration with John and his wife to develop this plan. Your
plan should consider:
 The recommended follow up regimen after curative treatment for colorectal cancer,
having critically reviewed the available evidence.
 Signs and symptoms associated with colorectal cancer recurrence.
 Strategies to prevent survivorship issues that John may experience across all domains
of health (including physical, psychological, social and spiritual health) after
treatment for colorectal cancer.
 Evidence-based communication strategies and theories of behavior change to
facilitate effective education about health behaviours and promote a healthier
lifestyle.
Points for Consideration:
The above assessment task is best addressed using the following format
Use the following headings: referencing and in-text referencing (APA) should be
extensively present due to 15 referencing requirement and word limitation. So please,
scatter them almost after every second sentences.
Introduction [100 words] Your introduction should clearly explain the context and
purpose of this case study essay, as well as outline the areas covered within it.
Discharge planning [400] This section should discuss John’s cancer diagnosis and
treatment summary, followed by: – The recommended follow up regimen after curative
treatment for colorectal cancer for John, incorporating critical discussion of available
evidence Relevant referrals/clinical documentation to be provided to coordinate ongoing
care Signs and symptoms associated with colorectal cancer recurrence –
Collaborative approaches to education and planning for self-management [900] In the
context of education and planning for self-management, this section should discuss:
– Survivorship issues that John may experience across 1) physical, 2) psychological, 3)
social and 4) spiritual domains of health; and at least one strategy for prevention of the
identified issues.
Health education to be provided as well as the communication principles and evidencebased strategies that will facilitate effective education and goal-setting.
Conclusion [100 words] Give a brief summary of the main points of your case study
essay.
References [not included in word count]