Psychosocial perspectives of the partners of breast cancer patients treated with a mastectomy: an analysis of personal narratives.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Family members of patients with chronic illnesses experience distress as a result of caregiving roles, which can be manifested as burden and depression, but cross-disease studies on how caring is experienced are limited. OBJECTIVE:The present study was designed to examine the burden and psychiatric morbidit...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Papastavrou E,Charalambous A,Tsangari H,Karayiannis G

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) results from clonal proliferation of malignant hematologic progenitor cells and is responsible for 7% to 15% of all adult leukemias. The hallmark of CML is a genetic translocation between chromosomes 9 and 22 (the Philadelphia chromosome), which creates the abnormal bcr-abl gene and ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Duffy KM

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Head and neck cancer patients are at high risk of weight loss because of their disease process and the treatment of their disease. Recognition of predictors for weight loss may be able to give proactive or reactive nutritional treatment to patients at risk. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study is to identify the...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Zhao JZ,Zheng H,Li LY,Zhang LY,Zhao Y,Jiang N

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Improvements in survival rates in pediatric oncology have resulted in a growing need to identify adverse effects and improve rehabilitation in this population. OBJECTIVE:This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate active ankle dorsiflexion (DF) range of motion (ROM), gait, walking efficiency, and motor ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Beulertz J,Bloch W,Prokop A,Rustler V,Fitzen C,Herich L,Streckmann F,Baumann FT

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A large body of research now exists suggesting that families are dramatically affected by a diagnosis of cancer, and that they have a wide range of support needs. In particular, evidence suggests that the emotional strains of living with a family member who has cancer are an especially difficult coping challenge, and ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Yates P

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Communication with children is a major concern for mothers with breast cancer. Chinese people have specific understanding of cancer and death, which may affect their way of communication. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study is to explore how Chinese mothers with breast cancer communicate about their illness wit...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Huang X,O'Connor M,Hu Y,Gao H,Lee S

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on a lower reported incidence of breast cancer in the Arab population in Israel, nutritional levels were evaluated in a case-control study of 33 Jewish and 10 Arab patients with breast cancer all matched with a first-degree family-related control. Demographic, gynecologic, obstetric, anthropometric, genetically ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Henquin N,Trostler N,Horn Y

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

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:Despite an increasing focus on cancer rehabilitation programs, there is limited knowledge about the experiences of residential rehabilitation focusing on both the patients and their relatives. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to explore the experienced benefits of the joint involvement of patients and th...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： la Cour K,Ledderer L,Hansen HP

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There has been an evolution of various consultation models in the literature. Men affected by prostate cancer can experience a range of unmet supportive care needs. Thus, effective consultations are paramount in the delivery of supportive care to optimize tailored self-management plans at the individual leve...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Paterson C,Nabi G

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In today's world, greater patient empowerment is imperative because 90 million Americans live with 1 or more chronic conditions such as cancer. Evidence reveals that healthy behaviors such as effective symptom self-management can prevent or reduce much of the suffering from cancer. Oncology nurses play a piv...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Hoffman AJ

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this article is to examine differences in the relationship of selected lifestyle factors and health-related behaviors between two groups of women. The study used part of the data gathered in a national Jordanian case-control survey of 100 women with breast cancer and an equal sample of controls. Control...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Petro-Nustas W

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:When a clinical culture emphasizes cure, as in bone marrow transplantation (BMT) services, BMT nurses commonly experience enormous stress when patients are suffering or dying. In this context, it is unclear what meanings BMT nurses experience in their work and how they find meaning and sustain hope, given co...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Leung D,Fillion L,Duval S,Brown J,Rodin G,Howell D

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Having a child in the family with acute leukemia (AL) is a challenge for the parents and can trigger parental uncertainty. Through positive coping with uncertainty, parents can demonstrate positive psychological changes, including higher adaptability. OBJECTIVES:The purposes of this study were to measure un...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： He S,You LM,Zheng J,Bi YL

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Research was planned as a descriptive and cross-sectional study in order to explore knowledge and practices of individuals residing in the Bornova District about protection from and early diagnosis of cancer. The individuals residing in the Bornova District in Izmir constituted the population of research. A total of 1...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sirin A,Atan SU,Tasci E

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Improvements in some treatment programs for multiple myeloma (MM) are increasing survival. As patients live longer with MM as a chronic disease, the personal financial effects of MM treatment become a serious concern. OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to identify the personal financial effects of MM...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Goodwin JA,Coleman EA,Sullivan E,Easley R,McNatt PK,Chowdhury N,Stewart CB

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Data about health-related quality of life (QOL) after surgical treatment for lung cancer are limited. Such information can be valuable in developing appropriate nursing interventions for follow-up care for survivors. OBJECTIVES:The purposes of this study were to describe physical and emotional QOL of diseas...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sarna L,Cooley ME,Brown JK,Chernecky C,Padilla G,Danao L,Chakravarty D,Elashoff D

更新日期：2010-03-01 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：:Because clinicians often do not recognize that patients have pain and patients do not spontaneously communicate their pain, clinicians may fail to prescribe or administer adequate pain medications. One method of improving clinicians' assessments of pain is to coach patients to communicate their pain in ways that clini...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Wilkie DJ,Williams AR,Grevstad P,Mekwa J

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cancer is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States, affecting one of four Americans. Many nurses without specialized oncology preparation will provide counsel and care for people at risk for or with cancer. In recognition of the cancer-related educational needs for all nurses in the wide variety...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sarna L,McCorkle R

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:High-dose-rate (HDR) brachytherapy is a precise form of radiation therapy that targets cancerous tumors by directly applying the radiation source at the site or directly next to the tumor. Patients often experience but underreport pain and anxiety related to cancer treatments. At present, there is no researc...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Perez S,Néron S,Benc R,Rosberger Z,Vuong T

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of oral complications among adult cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy varies from 12% to 80%. Adequate oral hygiene has been shown to be important in prevention, and an essential role is reserved for the nursing staff. These considerations prompted the decision to survey, by means of a questionnaire,...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Nieweg R,van Tinteren H,Poelhuis EK,Abraham-Inpijn L

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Underrepresented minority (URM) cancer survivors experience disparities in mortality and quality of life, compared with non-Hispanic whites. Disparities are associated with poor social determinants of health, enhanced by mistrust of the healthcare system. Trust can be facilitated by provider-patient racial/e...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Hirschey R,Bryant AL,Walker JS,Nolan TS

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increased age is a risk factor for colorectal cancer; however, there is a lack of literature that focuses on the early detection of colorectal cancer in the elderly. The nursing process provides the conceptual basis for this article, which discusses normal bowel function, aging changes in the bowel, and colorectal can...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Weinrich SP,Blesch KS,Dickson GW,Nussbaum JS,Watson EJ

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Colorectal cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. To fully realize the benefits of early detection of colorectal cancer, screening rates must improve. This study assessed differences in beliefs (from the Health Belief Model) by stage of screening behavior adoption (based on the T...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Menon U,Belue R,Sugg Skinner C,Rothwell BE,Champion V

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, and spiritual fulfillment such as experiencing meaning in life plays an important role in coping with the disease. OBJECTIVE:The objectives of this study were to explore and understand Chinese breast cancer survivors' perspective on meaning in l...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Xia HZ,Gao L,Yue H,Shi BX

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Experiencing a diagnosis of cancer may dramatically alter the way a person feels about themselves, their body, and their significant relationships with others at sexual and intimate levels. The purpose of this article is to provide a critical analysis of the way patient sexuality and intimacy has been constructed thro...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Hordern A

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Research has shown that African-American men have a higher incidence, a higher death rate, and a lower survival rate for most cancers. But currently there are few studies addressing factors influencing the health care trends of this high-risk population. A study focused on identifying factors that contribute to early ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Underwood SM

更新日期：1991-12-01 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：:The aim of this study was to increase understanding of religious beliefs and practices among Taiwanese parents of pediatric patients. Parents of 63 pediatric patients with cancer were interviewed to explore their related religious beliefs and practices, ie, worship at temple, drawing Chien, and divinations. Rituals we...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Yeh CH

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00