[Cancer pain, a challenge for the nurse's own role]

Abstract

Because of its many specific features, cancer pain requires special management and a sound knowledge base. This article aims to take a fresh look at this type of pain, and share some of the elements that make it so specific. It also aims to provide a reminder of what cancer pain is, as well as clarifying the specific role of the state-registered nurse in its management.

Keywords: cancer pain; douleur cancéreuse; douleur neuropathique; management; multidisciplinarity; neuropathic pain; nursing role; pluridisciplinarité; prise en charge; rôle infirmier.