Information and support
- High-quality information and support from a clinical nurse specialist, who’s skilled and knowledgeable in treatment and care of people with
- A clinical nurse specialist who will act as a point of contact, be an advocate, help coordinate treatment and care planning, and refer to relevant support services
- A comprehensive assessment of emotional, physical and information needs, especially when first diagnosed, if the cancer progresses and if treatment changes
- To be made aware of and referred to supportive, health and wellbeing services
- To be referred to specialist services for expert financial and employment advice
Treatment and care
- To be given a clear and personalised plan of all aspects of their treatment (including new and innovative approaches) and care
- To have their treatment and care reviewed, when necessary, by an experienced team of healthcare professionals – for example with a holistic needs assessment (HNA)
- Good communication between all members of the hospital and other healthcare teams, including their GP
- To have information about and access to appropriate
Palliative and supportive care
- To be given information on the benefits of local and supportive care services
- Support and guidance on talking to those closest to them about the impact of living with secondary breast cancer
- Advice and support on planning end-of-life care
