By reading this article and writing a practice profile, you can gain ten continuing education points (CEPs). You have up to a year to send in your practice profile and guidelines on how to write and submit a profile are featured after the continuing professional development article.

Oral care for people with cancer is particularly important. An inability to eat, the effects of potent medication and susceptibility to infection all contribute to the potential for oral problems. This article describes the causes, symptoms, care and treatment of oral problems, emphasising the highly important nursing role.