Abstract
This article has examined the role of the nurse in clinical trials, particularly the clinical, administrative, and research roles. Components of each role and characteristics essential for the implementation of each role have been examined. The nursing role in clinical trials research is undergoing major transformation from the perception of the nurse as a data collector for medical research to the recognition of the nurse as an essential member of the research team with a multifaceted role. Miaskowski identifies two factors influencing the development of oncology nursing practice; scientific and technological advances and societal factors relating to the perception of cancer as a disease and changes in the nursing profession. Certainly it is recognized that progress in basic science research will lead to an increase in the complexity and number of clinical trials. Nurses have clearly implemented the roles necessary to be vital participants and have contributed to answering questions leading to improved treatments for the patients with cancer.
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