Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure and Its Impact on Skin Cancer Risk.

OBJECTIVES: To review research and evidence-based resources on skin cancer prevention and early detection and their importance for oncology nurses.

DATA SOURCES: Journal articles, federal reports, cancer surveillance data, behavioral surveillance data.

CONCLUSION: Most cases of skin cancer are preventable. Survivors of many types of cancer are at increased risk of skin cancers.

IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE: Oncology nurses can play an important role in protecting their patients from future skin cancer morbidity and mortality.