Factors related to practice of breast self-examination in rural women.

abstract：:The focus of this paper is to describe what it is like to live with cancer from the perspective of families. Recent studies indicate that family members' concerns vary with their roles as family members and patient/nonpatient status. Moreover, concerns vary with stage of illness and time since diagnosis. Not all conce...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Woods NF,Lewis FM,Ellison ES

更新日期：1989-02-01 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：:The American Cancer Society has been educating the public about cancer detection methods since 1922. Originally, only two warning signs were published; however, for more than 40 years, there have been seven cancer warning signs. In an attempt to evaluate the public knowledge of cancer detection and prevention, this pi...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Nichols BS,Misra R,Alexy B

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As survival from breast cancer increases, there is a corresponding rise in the number of women living with the long-term consequences of its treatment. Distressing menopausal hot flushes occur in many of these women. This article reports on interviews conducted with 8 women, exploring the experience of hot flushes aft...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Fenlon DR,Rogers AE

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Couples facing lung cancer may be at an increased risk of relationship distress in relation to unresolved blame and anger. Using a comparative design, we conducted preliminary analyses of illness attributions as reported by 100 patients and their primary support persons. Patients and support persons responded to a ser...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lobchuk MM,Murdoch T,McClement SE,McPherson C

更新日期：2008-11-01 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:The causal relation between human papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer has enabled HPV self-sampling to be envisaged as a possible screening method. OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study is to explore the acceptability and reliability of HPV DNA self-sampling as an alternative option for cervical screening a...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Wong ELY,Cheung AWL,Huang F,Chor JSY

更新日期：2018-01-01 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: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：:This article reports on a small-scale exploratory study conducted with cohorts of adolescents during and after treatment of cancer to explore experiences of fatigue and perceptions of its impact on functioning. A concurrent mixed method design was used to enable detailed understanding of the phenomenon of fatigue in t...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Ream E,Gibson F,Edwards J,Seption B,Mulhall A,Richardson A

更新日期：2006-07-01 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：:The aim of this study was to develop a tool that can aid nurse managers in planning nurse staffing levels and assessing workload in hematology-oncology wards. A task-oriented method based on a time-and-motion study was used. Three general nursing procedures and 7 specific oncologic and hematologic activities were cloc...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Colombo A,Solberg B,Vanderhoeft E,Ramsay G,Schouten HC

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirteen to 20% of lung cancer patients continue to smoke after diagnosis. Guided by Self-regulation Theory, the purpose of this study was to examine illness perceptions over time in a sample of lung cancer patients. This prospective 1-group descriptive longitudinal design study included participants 18 years or older...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Browning KK,Wewers ME,Ferketich AK,Otterson GA,Reynolds NR

更新日期：2009-07-01 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：BACKGROUND:Little is known about cancer patient and family caregiver preferences for the content and format of nonpharmacologic interventions. Revising interventions based on patient and caregiver feedback before implementation may improve intervention feasibility and acceptability, especially in the context of advance...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Mosher CE,Ott MA,Hanna N,Jalal SI,Champion VL

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Women diagnosed with ovarian cancer face a multitude of physical, psychological, and social issues. However, existing research has typically focused on those newly diagnosed with an initial occurrence or recurrence or women with advanced disease. As such, few studies have examined women's experiences across ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Burles M,Holtslander L

更新日期：2013-11-01 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：: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：: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：BACKGROUND:Patients with acute leukemia (AL) require immediate and aggressive inpatient treatment that results in many weeks to months of hospitalization. Thus, it is not surprising that distress has been found in as many as 45.5% of patients. Although distress is a regularly reported outcome measure in clinical resear...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Albrecht TA,Rosenzweig M

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Difficulties in recruiting and retaining Asian Americans in traditional research have been well documented. Despite an increasing number of technology-based cancer studies among racial/ethnic minorities, little is still known about potential issues in recruiting and retaining racial/ethnic minority cancer su...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Im EO,Kim S,Xu S,Lee C,Hamajima Y,Inohara A,Chang K,Chee E,Chee W

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the leading causes of cancer death in Chinese Americans, but their CRC screening rates remain low. OBJECTIVE:We examined subgroups of Chinese American patients nonadherent to CRC screening guidelines to better inform clinical practices to effectively promote screening. MET...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Strong C,Ji CS,Liang W,Ma G,Brown R,Wang JH

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The world-wide nursing shortage is resulting in institutions all over the world recruiting nurses from other countries with varying nursing skill levels and cultural backgrounds. The purpose of this article is to provide a framework for international institutions to adopt, to ensure continued quality care for oncology...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Anderson R

更新日期：1992-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to develop and test a decision tree model of the treatment-seeking behaviors among Korean cancer patients. The study used methodological triangulation, applying the cognitive ethnographic decision tree modeling approach. The model was developed based on qualitative data collected from in-...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Oh HS,Park HA

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the present study, which is part of a major clinical controlled study of the life situation of women with breast cancer, was to compare two groups of women concerning perceived quality of life and coping. The women were treated in two different cancer treatment programs: complementary treatment, which inclu...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Carlsson M,Arman M,Backman M,Hamrin E

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adjuvant chemotherapy protocols used to treat women with breast cancer have evolved over the last decade and have dramatically altered the symptoms and symptom experiences of these women. The purpose of this study was to identify symptoms, symptom experiences, and resulting symptom distress encountered by women with b...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Boehmke MM,Dickerson SS

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10) has been widely used in rating psychological distress in general and clinical populations. However, whether it can be used in parents of children with cancer is unknown. Still lacking is the evidence on its reliability and validity in culturally diverse groups. ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Bu XQ,You LM,Li Y,Liu K,Zheng J,Yan TB,Chen SX,Zhang LF

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nurses are the least compliant with the guidelines for use of personal protective equipment (PPE) among health professionals. While the literature regarding nurses not following the guidelines focuses on nonuse of PPE, the experiences of using PPE from nurses' perspectives have not been examined. OBJECTIVE:...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Chen HC,Lu ZY,Lee SH

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is a common concern for survivors. Oncology nurses have a unique opportunity to identify survivors at increased risk of heightened FCR. Understanding predictors of FCR would be useful for this purpose; however, results about FCR predictors are inconsistent. OBJECTIVE:To exami...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Galica J,Maheu C,Brennenstuhl S,Townsley C,Metcalfe K

更新日期：2021-01-01 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