Preparing for Session 2
| Global: | UNE myLearn |
| Site: | Rotation 1 2020 Simulated surgical experience |
| Book: | Preparing for Session 2 |
| Printed by: | Guest user |
| Date: | Sunday, 8 February 2026, 6:08 AM |
Specific learning objectives
Students should:
- Demonstrate the basic principles of breaking bad news
- Demonstrate the basic principles of management of renal cancer
Skills mastered
Students should:
- Demonstrate effective communication with a patient who has a new diagnosis of cancer
- Demonstrate effective communication with a patient who is requiring surgical management of their renal cancer
Guiding questions
To guide your preparation for this session, please ensure you have considered the following questions:
- What management options are available for renal cell carcinoma?
- What factors are taken into consideration when deciding on management of cancer, e.g. ECOG status?
- How is cancer staged?