Cancer Symptom Decision Tools

Knowledge translation (KT) tools present evidence in clear, user-friendly formats. Examples are patient decision aids, decision triage tools, and clinical practice guidelines.

  1. Cancer Symptom Decision Triage Tools
    The Pan-Canadian Oncology Symptom Triage and Remote Support (COSTaRS) 17 decision guides were created for nurses and other health care providers guiding patients reporting cancer treatment related symptoms. Each practice guide includes: items to assess the symptom, criteria to triage severity for level of care, medications, and self-care strategies.

References

COSTaRS Protocol Development and Updates

Last modified: 2024-03-04.