Perceptions of dyspnea and helpful interventions during the advanced stage of lung cancer: Chinese patients' perspectives.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Social support is associated with a better adjustment to breast cancer, whereas inadequate social support increases psychological distress. However, the period between diagnosis and surgery is particularly stressful, and few studies have addressed the significance of social support in this period. OBJECTIVE...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Drageset S,Lindstrøm TC,Giske T,Underlid K

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Preclinical tests in animals have shown that ginger extract can be used to treat chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV); however, research findings in clinical trials have not been conclusive. OBJECTIVE:Through this meta-analysis, we aimed to determine whether ginger could be used to treat CINV, wh...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Chang WP,Peng YX

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To be clinically relevant, a research program must seek to answer questions considered significant and meaningful by front-line clinicians. This article describes the process used by one Nursing Department to identify significant clinical questions in cancer nursing that could form the basis for a clinical research ag...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Fitch MI

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this qualitative study, 19 Dutch terminal patients and 23 relatives of deceased patients were interviewed. The interviews revealed that a timely request for care and anticipation of "what was going to happen" was determined by the degree to which patients and their relatives realize that the end of life was close, ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Francke AL,Willems DL

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the investigation was to study psychological and psychosocial aspects of breast cancer. A literature search was done covering the period 1989-1992. The following research areas were studied: the relationship between psychological characteristics and breast cancer, and between psychosocial interventions and ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Carlsson M,Hamrin E

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite knowing the potential medical consequences of cancer treatment, little is known about how adolescents cognitively and emotionally frame, process, and manage in the early survivorship period. OBJECTIVE:The specific aims were to describe the worries, perceived challenges, and ways of dealing with thes...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Walker AJ,Lewis FM,Lin Y,Zahlis E,Rosenberg AR

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aims of this study were to examine the differences between older and younger breast cancer survivors in perceived social support, uncertainty, quality of life (QOL), and selected demographic variables, and to explore the role of these variables in explaining and predicting QOL. A descriptive research design was us...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sammarco A

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is an imperative need in cancer nursing to recognize that family members of the patient undergoing bone marrow transplantation are unique in the outside stressors with which they must cope. These families have a multitude of needs to be addressed for them to be able to decrease their anxiety and be able to offer...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Wochna V

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Changes to sexual well-being can be one of the most problematic aspects of life after breast cancer, with the impact lasting for many years after treatment, associated with serious physical and emotional adverse effects. However, the primary focus on corporeal changes negates the influence of social and rela...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Ussher JM,Perz J,Gilbert E

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to describe (a) the subjective feelings of fatigue of Thai Buddhist cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy (RT) and identify possible gender differences, (b) their beliefs about the main cause of fatigue, and (c) their ways of self-management for relief of fatigue. One hundred thirt...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lundberg PC,Rattanasuwan O

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cancer coordinators (CCs) operate at both patient and system levels in order to provide patients with tailored and coordinated services. In common with international CCs, Norwegian CCs denote notable progress in their patient-focused work, while reporting ongoing challenges in carrying out system-focused tas...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lie NK,Solvang PK,Hauken MA

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Considering the increasing number of cancer patients who are online, it is clear that the Internet will provide an important research medium and/or setting for oncology nurses in the near future. Despite increasing Internet usage in nursing research and practice, issues in using the Internet among cancer patients as a...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Im EO,Chee W

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is little research that addresses the needs of trans and gender diverse people with cancer. Emerging evidence shows unique concerns, particularly in relation to gendered cancers such as breast and gynecological. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to explore the intersubjective experiences in cancer c...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Kerr L,Fisher CM,Jones T

更新日期：2020-07-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Compared with other racial groups, African Americans have the highest colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence and mortality rates coupled with lower screening rates. OBJECTIVE:Our study examined the predictors of stage of adoption for fecal occult blood testing (FOBT) and colonoscopy among African American primar...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Wang HL,Christy SM,Skinner CS,Champion VL,Springston JK,Perkins SM,Tong Y,Krier C,Gebregziabher N,Rawl SM

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prostate cancer is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in men in all adult life stages. Normative developmental tasks of aging combined with disease-related stressors may negatively affect adjustment to prostate cancer and, consequently, affect the quality of life of both the man and his spouse. The purpose...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Harden JK,Northouse LL,Mood DW

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to examine variables related to breast self-examination (BSE) in rural women. The sample of convenience consisted of 347 women who were members of selected county-extension homemaker clubs. Champion's Health Belief Model Scale was used to measure susceptibility, seriousness, benefits, bar...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Gray ME

更新日期：1990-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prior studies identifying symptom clusters used a symptom-centered approach to demonstrate the relationship among symptoms. Latent profile analysis (LPA) is a patient-centered approach that classifies individuals from a heterogeneous population into homogeneous subgroups, helping prioritize interventions to ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Wu WW,Lin KC,Liang SY,Jou ST

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Measurement of cancer-related fatigue and nutrition in the same colorectal cancer patient group using fast-track surgery has never been examined previously. The association between fatigue and nutritional status in the same patient group is thus worthwhile to be investigated. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Wei JN,Li SX

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence suggests women with breast cancer who had received chemotherapy experienced cognitive problems. Although these are largely subtle deficits, they can negatively impact a patient's quality of life, ability to work, and subsequent employment decisions. OBJECTIVE:The present study explored what healthc...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Munir F,Kalawsky K,Lawrence C,Yarker J,Haslam C,Ahmed S

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A basic tenet of palliative care is to maintain an individual's control over the dying process. However, when decline occurs quickly, as may be the case in advanced cancer, transition of responsibility for illness management to a family caregiver may become necessary when care takes place in the home. OBJEC...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Edwards SB,Olson K,Koop PM,Northcott HC

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Effects of exercise interventions on patients with breast cancer (BC) have shown benefits regardless of the measured variables, although the type of exercise and its duration during adjuvant therapy are unclear. OBJECTIVE:We investigated the effects of exercise interventions on each measurement, physical fi...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lee J,Lee MG

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this pilot study was to assess the level of stress experienced by caregivers of brain tumor patients and to examine both their interest in and preferences for stress reduction programs. Using a convenience sample of 60 adult caregivers, we distributed a study questionnaire that examined the caregivers' ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Keir ST

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Papanicolaou test (Pap test) is the most effective screening tool to prevent cervical cancer. In Taiwan, the National Health Insurance offers women older than 30 years free Pap test; however, the screening rate is merely 52.6%. OBJECTIVE:The purposes of this study were to understand the status quo of Taiwan...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lee FH,Wang HH

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite several investigations, findings on weight changes during and after adjuvant treatment for breast cancer are diverse and point in several directions. OBJECTIVE:The aims of this study were to investigate changes in weight and body composition associated with contemporary anticancer medication and to ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Pedersen B,Delmar C,Lörincz T,Falkmer U,Grønkjær M

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cancer pain is not adequately managed, and patients' reluctance to report pain and to use analgesics contribute to this problem. The Barriers Questionnaire (BQ) assesses eight patient concerns about reporting pain and using analgesics. This study was designed to determine (a) whether such concerns differ for persons w...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Ward S,Gatwood J

更新日期：1994-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most programs addressing psychosocial concerns of cancer survivors are in-person programs that are expensive to deliver, have limited availability, and seldom deal with caregivers' concerns. OBJECTIVE:This study examined the feasibility of translating an efficacious nurse-delivered program (FOCUS Program) f...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Northouse L,Schafenacker A,Barr KL,Katapodi M,Yoon H,Brittain K,Song L,Ronis DL,An L

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As we learn about patient experiences with head and neck cancer, it is also important to consider caregivers so that family-centered care can be improved. OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this systematic review was to (a) identify the research questions, methods, and measures that have been examined in quality-of-...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sterba KR,Zapka J,Cranos C,Laursen A,Day TA

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this article is to selectively review the current research findings related to quality of life and prostate cancer. English-language journals indexed in MEDLINE, PubMed, and CINAHL published between 1999 and 2005 were searched for relevant articles using the following keywords: "quality of life and prostate...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Katz A

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was designed to develop and test a system to monitor adherence with nonhormonal oral chemotherapeutic agents using an automated voice response (AVR) system plus nursing intervention. Participants were patients diagnosed with solid tumor cancers, primarily breast, colon, and lung cancers, who received the Sy...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Decker V,Spoelstra S,Miezo E,Bremer R,You M,Given C,Given B

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of the study was to describe the quality of life (QOL) and coping style of nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) patients after hospitalization and to explore the relationship between coping style and health-related QOL of NPC patients. A descriptive correlational design was used in this study. Ninety-eight NPC...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： He G,Liu S

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00