Date of Award

7-1964

Degree Type

Master's Essay - Restricted

Degree Name

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Department

Nursing

First Advisor

Louise M. Schmitt

Second Advisor

Helen E. Ruppe

Abstract

Cobalt radiation or cobalt therapy is one of the methods used in the treatment of a person with a persistent tumor growth. This special therapy is directed to the eradication of the tumor, if possible, or to prolonging the patient's life and making it as comfortable and as satisfying as possible.

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