Bloody Minded Episode 31 - Advanced Myeloma Nursing with A/Prof Tracy King
Jan 7, 2025
A/Prof Tracy King, a Myeloma CNC at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and co-founder of the HSANZ Nursing Group, shares her expertise on advancing myeloma nursing. She discusses the complexities of treatment regimens and introduces the innovative MyeTxScheduler to streamline care. Tracy emphasizes the vital role of effective communication in patient education while highlighting the often overlooked side effects of steroids like dexamethasone. With a focus on improving quality of life, she inspires advocacy for better patient support in the myeloma community.
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Nightingale Family Nursing Legacy
- Tracy King comes from a family believed to be related to Florence Nightingale.
- Despite the lineage, she is the only nurse in the family since Florence Nightingale.
Patient Inspires Myeloma Career
- Tracy King's path to myeloma nursing began with a patient with AL amyloid named Isabel Lusada.
- Isabel's experience inspired Tracy's passion for myeloma and patient advocacy work.
Role of Clinical Nurse Consultant
- A Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) is a nurse specialist with advanced clinical skills and subspecialty knowledge.
- CNCs serve as a glue in the care team, providing expert support, education, and consultation in cancer care.