An estimated 138,000 Australians were diagnosed with cancer during 2018, with an estimated 150,000 predicted to be diagnosed by 2020 (Cancer Council Australia, 2018)

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An estimated 138,000 Australians were diagnosed with cancer during 2018, with an estimated 150,000 predicted to be diagnosed by 2020 (Cancer Council Australia, 2018). Although cancer is a leading cause of death in Australia it is important to be aware that many advances in early detection, treatment and supportive care have significantly improved the chances of survival (Thom, Corcoran, McCabe 2018). Registered Nurses in all clinical and community settings will care for patients with cancer, - from diagnosis through to end stage disease. The aim of this assessment is to increase your knowledge of cancer by creating a fact sheet for patients. Use the following headings and be concise and succinct with your information. No more than two A4 pages (you can use a third page for your reference list). Please use the following headings to frame your fact sheet. (Mini. Of 6 references.)

-Title of fact sheet including chosen cancer, Lung Cancer
-Brief pathophysiology of your chosen cancer and different types.
-Common Symptoms to be aware of- can use bullet points.
-Factors that increase your risk of this cancer or common causes
-Diagnosis- can use bullet points
-Treatment and prognosis
-Support services
-Prevention