European journal of oncology nursing : the official journal of European Oncology Nursing Society
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The overall aim of the project was to update and inform nurses of current best practice based on previously published literature to enable nurses to assess and manage breakthrough cancer pain (BTCP) and thereby to provide optimal management of BTCP. ⋯ By implementing the EONS guidelines nurses will utilise the latest available knowledge in clinical practice and the understanding and management of BTCP will improve assessment and overall management of breakthrough pain in cancer patients.