Objective To search, analyze and summarize the evidence on assessment of and nursing measures for chemotherapy-induced taste alteration（CITA）, and to provide reference basis for clinical nurses to carry out standardized assessment and management. Methods The evidence-based nursing approach was applied to raise questions on CITA care, and then CITA related studies published in the last 10 years were searched in the databases or websites of National Comprehensive Cancer Network, BMJ Best Practice, National Guideline Clearinghouse (NGC), Cochrane library. The data of included literature that met quality standards were extracted and the best evidence was summarized from the literature. Results A total of 8 publications were included, among which, there were 2 evidence summaries (ES), 1 best practice recommendation statement (BP) and 5 systematic reviews (SR). Seven pieces of evidence that enjoyed feasibility and suitability in specific clinical situations were summarized, including CITA screening and assessment, prevention and intervention methods, etc. Conclusion Nursing staff can follow the summarized best evidence to improve management of CITA in oncology department, narrow the gap between the best evidence and clinical practice, and promote evidence-based management of chemotherapy-related symptoms.