Cancer patients' experiences of their personal strengths through illness and recovery.

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：:Although differences in prostate cancer incidence and mortality between black and white men are widely accepted, the existence of racial differences in treatment outcomes remains controversial. We conducted a systematic review of racial differences in prostate cancer treatment outcomes. Systematic review of literature...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Peters N,Armstrong K

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to find out how cancer patients perceive patient participation in decision-making and to see which factors in their view facilitate and restrict participation. Data were collected in focus group interviews with 25 patients, most of whom had breast cancer. Data interpretation was based on ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sainio C,Eriksson E,Lauri S

更新日期：2001-06-01 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：:The purpose of this study was to explore the breast restoration decision-making patterns used by women who opted to have their breast cancer treated by mastectomy. Sixty-four women wearing external breast prostheses and 31 women with breast reconstructions were interviewed. Modified versions of Simon's notion of "boun...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Reaby LL

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the recent literature on cancer survivorship, positive changes are emphasized in the aftermath of trauma. However, there is insufficient research on older-adult survivors and more complex transformations. OBJECTIVE:Consistent with nursing researchers' views about the duality of cancer survivor experience...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Kahana B,Kahana E,Deimling G,Sterns S,VanGunten M

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast cancer is more prevalent among women 60 years or older than among women younger than 60 years. However, we know much more about the breast cancer experiences of younger women than of older women. Such knowledge is important, for example, to guide treatment decisions or to provide psychosocial care. O...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： van Ee B,Smits C,Honkoop A,Kamper A,Slaets J,Hagedoorn M

更新日期：2019-05-01 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：:A review of the literature on breast self-examination training indicated that any training in breast self-examination improves compliance, confidence, and proficiency; the evidence is unclear about the relative effectiveness of group or individual training; practice on breast models and on the woman's own breasts shou...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Clarke VA,Savage SA

更新日期：1999-08-01 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：:Health care workers have been identified as sources of social support for cancer patients. However, little is known about the type of support patients receive from nurses. The primary purpose of this study was to determine if patients perceived differences in how often they received different types of support from nur...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Galbraith ME

更新日期：1995-10-01 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:Cancer is a major health problem in Asia. OBJECTIVE:This study's purpose was to examine patient-reported symptoms and self-care strategies of Chinese adults during cancer treatments. METHODS:A cross-sectional, descriptive study in cancer centers in Hong Kong and Xi'an, China, was conducted. A total of 222 ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Williams PD,Lopez V,Ying CS,Piamjariyakul U,Wenru W,Hung GT,Kim M,Park L,Shen Q,Williams AR

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the transition between being a hospitalized patient with cancer and resuming "normal" life, many patients experience physical, mental, and social challenges. Scientifically, as well as politically, it is therefore recommended to undertake research with a focus on rethinking and reorganizing follow-up afte...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Thomsen TG,Hølge-Hazelton B

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few qualitative studies of cancer patients' everyday experiences with pain exist within the large body of cancer pain research. Longitudinal qualitative studies are particularly sparse, and no studies have qualitatively described patients' pain experience over time during participation in a self-management i...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Schumacher KL,Plano Clark VL,Rabow MW,Paul SM,Miaskowski C

更新日期：2019-09-27 00:00:00

abstract：:The oncology nurse's role in breast cancer management is enhanced by knowledge of the patient's perceptions of risks. This case study elucidates the process by which perceived risks of breast cancer are embedded in sequences of biographic experiences including childhood sexual abuse, childhood injuries, and an abusive...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lawson EJ

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Children with advanced cancer experience symptoms despite access to quality care. Symptom research has previously relied upon retrospective designs and parent proxy rather than prospective measurement with self-report. OBJECTIVE:This study evaluated the feasibility of electronic data collection in children ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Montgomery KE,Raybin JL,Ward J,Balian C,Gilger E,Murray P,Li Z

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to determine the course of fatigue in patients with breast cancer between 2 cycles of adjuvant chemotherapy, from the day of administration until the day of the next infusion. In a prospective cohort study, a sample of 151 patients with breast cancer receiving adjuvant chemotherapy was re...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： de Jong N,Kester AD,Schouten HC,Abu-Saad HH,Courtens AM

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Defensiveness is one of the strategies that children with cancer use against psychosocial difficulties, yet it remains unclear what factors may impact children's use of defensiveness. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to explore the psychological adjustment, including use of defensive behaviors, in childr...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Arabiat DH,Collyer D,Hamdan-Mansour A,Khalil A,Darawad M

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA) is a common adverse effect among patients undergoing chemotherapy. Patients experiencing CIA suffer psychological distress and even refuse or discontinue chemotherapy. A variety of interventions have been applied to prevent CIA. However, the best intervention option remain...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Zhou T,Han S,Zhu Z,Hu Y,Xing W

更新日期：2020-09-25 00:00:00

abstract：:Although the inpatient Oncology Unit, the Medical Oncology Clinic, and Radiation Oncology provided care for many of the same patients, there was no mechanism for sharing nursing information, and little colleague input from one area to another. In order to meet this need, a nurse from each of the clinic areas was added...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Case CL,Jones LH

更新日期：1989-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Psychoneuroimmunological theory suggests a physiological relationship exists between stress, psychosocial-behavioral factors, and neuroendocrine-immune outcomes; however, evidence has been limited. OBJECTIVE:The primary aim of this pilot study was to determine feasibility and acceptability of a salivary cor...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Hulett JM,Armer JM,Leary E,Stewart BR,McDaniel R,Smith K,Millspaugh R,Millspaugh J

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Older adults are more susceptible to colorectal cancer (CRC). Psychosocial constructs in the Health Belief Model are targets for interventional studies. No tool to measure these beliefs of older Chinese people has been validated. OBJECTIVE:The present study aimed to examine the preliminary psychometric prop...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Leung DY,Wong EM,Chan CW

更新日期：2014-09-01 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:The relationships among napping and sleep quality, fatigue, and quality of life (QOL) in cancer patients are not clearly understood. OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to determine whether daytime napping is associated with nighttime sleep, fatigue, and QOL in cancer patients. METHODS:In total, 187 cancer ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sun JL,Lin CC

更新日期：2016-09-01 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：: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:The concept of autonomy is regarded as an essential element for gaining professional status. Yet, it remains poorly defined and understood. To date, there is little research that has focused on exploring how nurses in different specialty areas perceive autonomy. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this research was to...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Gagnon L,Bakker D,Montgomery P,Palkovits JA

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purposes of this study were to explore symptom distress, catastrophic thinking (catastrophizing) and hope, and factors predicting hope in Taiwanese nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) patients within 3 years of receiving radiation therapy (RT). Instruments used were the modified Symptom Distress Scale, disease catastro...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lai YH,Chang JT,Keefe FJ,Chiou CF,Chen SC,Feng SC,Dou SJ,Liao MN

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The existing knowledge on fatalism in the field of cancer has arisen largely from the cancer prevention and screening literature. Little is known about the role of fatalism in cancer survivorship, particularly within Chinese population. OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to explore the role of fatalism in coping wi...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Cheng H,Sit JW,Twinn SF,Cheng KK,Thorne S

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00