cancer care in nursing Patient assessment Nurses assess patients' overall health and monitor for side effects of treatments. Symptom management Nurses assess, diagnose, treat, and follow up on pain. They also advise on medication administration and non-pharmacological interventions. Psychological support Nurses provide psychological support to patients and families throughout cancer care. This can include listening to patients, helping them make decisions, and providing emotional support. Education Nurses educate patients and families about pain control, behavioral and physical interventions, and how to contact medical personnel in an emergency