Colon Cancer: Recognizing the Signs
After completing this course, nurses will be able to identify colorectal cancer risk factors, recognize concerning symptom patterns, and distinguish screening from diagnostic evaluation.
- Contact hours
- 3
- Format
- Self-paced, online
- Last reviewed
- Sep 19, 2026
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$5 per contact hour · 3 contact hours
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Course Purpose
After completing this course, nurses will be able to identify colorectal cancer risk factors, recognize concerning symptom patterns, and distinguish screening from diagnostic evaluation.
Continuing Education Credit Designation
This educational activity is credited for 3 contact hours at completion of the activity.
Overview
After completing this course, nurses will be able to identify colorectal cancer risk factors, recognize concerning symptom patterns, and distinguish screening from diagnostic evaluation. Learners will also be able to explain staging and treatment principles, provide evidence-based patient education, monitor for complications, and coordinate timely follow-up across care settings.
Objectives
Upon completion of this independent study, the learner will be able to:
- Differentiate modifiable, nonmodifiable, and hereditary risk factors for colorectal cancer.
- Recognize symptom patterns and clinical findings that require prompt diagnostic evaluation.
- Explain the TNM components and stage groupings used for colon cancer.
- Compare recommended colorectal cancer screening options and intervals for average-risk adults.
- Summarize stage- and biomarker-informed treatment approaches for colon cancer.
- Implement nursing assessments, education, monitoring, and escalation actions across the cancer care continuum.
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of FastCEForLess.com. This course should be used for informational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose, treat, prescribe, recommend, or initiate therapies or treatments in any setting. This course is copyrighted by Fast CE For Less, Inc. and may not be replicated, copied, or dispersed without written consent.
Disclosures
Fast CE For Less, Inc. and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.
Who this course is for:
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, registered nurses, licensed practical or vocational nurses, and other healthcare providers in any setting who want continuing education on Colon Cancer: Recognizing the Signs.
Course outline
10 sections · finish in any order across devices
- 1
Introduction
- 2
Defining Colon Cancer
- 3
Risk Factors
- 4
Stages of Colon Cancer
- 5
Types of Colon Cancer
- 6
Signs and Symptoms of Colon Cancer
- 7
Treatment Options
- 8
Preventative Testing
- 9
Nursing Considerations
- 10
Conclusion
References
The full reference list is included inside the course, after the Conclusion.
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