Maternal Experiences of Parenting Young Children While Battling Breast Cancer in Taiwan.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Studies are lacking on how cancer influences physical, mental, and social functioning beyond comorbidity among older people without cognitive impairment in nursing homes (NHs). OBJECTIVE:The objective was to study the sociodemographic characteristics and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) among NH resid...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Drageset J,Eide GE,Ranhoff AH

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Breast cancer is a devastating event for a woman. Physical changes and psychological problems, treatment to improve the patient's condition, and increased survival rates compared with other cancers manifest the importance of quality of life in these patients. This quality of life is affected by how the patients adjust...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Taleghani F,Yekta ZP,Nasrabadi AN,Käppeli S

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Treating patients with cancer within a family setting is the accepted standard of care and a hallmark of end-of-life (EoL) quality of care (QoC). OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to determine whether family caregiver functioning predicts EoL QoC received by terminally ill patients with cancer. METHODS:F...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lee MK,Yun YH

更新日期：2018-05-01 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：: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：:Bone marrow transplantation (BMT) is a unique cancer therapy characterized by its novelty, intensity, and toxicity. Although families have been identified as having a critical influence on patient adaptation during the acute phase of BMT, minimal attention has been paid to their experiences during extended survivorshi...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Boyle D,Blodgett L,Gnesdiloff S,White J,Bamford AM,Sheridan M,Beveridge R

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although the incidence rates of breast cancer have been increasing remarkably in Hong Kong over the last 2 decades, little is known on breast cancer screening practices among this group of women. OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to report breast cancer screening practices among Hong Kong Chinese women and to exa...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Kwok C,Fong DY

更新日期：2014-01-01 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:Because of chronic emotional and psychosocial stressors following breast cancer (BC) treatment, BC survivors are at risk of neuroimmune dysfunction in survivorship. Rural BC survivors experience more health disparities than urban BC survivors. Rural-urban residence as a variable on neuroimmune activity in ex...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Hulett JM,Abshire DA,Armer JM,Millspaugh R,Millspaugh J

更新日期：2020-03-17 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：: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：: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：BACKGROUND:Testicular cancer (TC) is a relatively curable malignancy that predominantly affects young males. Key decision makers discourage TC screening because of lack of evidence about the benefits of this practice, whereas others argue that men must be aware of normal versus abnormal testicular findings. Despite the...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Saab MM,Landers M,Hegarty J

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on two qualitative studies, this article describes the significance of fellow patients in cancer wards, and the relevance for health personnel involved in patient-patient relationships is discussed. Using grounded theory, in-depth interviews were conducted in the first study with 21 adult cancer patients and in ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Isaksen AS,Gjengedal E

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Arabic women have been consistently reported as having remarkably low participation rates in breast cancer screening measures in their home countries and after migration to Western countries. Little is known about the screening behaviors of Arabic women in Australia. OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to report br...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Kwok C,Endrawes G,Lee CF

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Heparin solution is routinely used to maintain the patency of infusion devices. Literature supports the alternative use of normal saline solution for flushing and locking intravenous infusion devices especially for pediatric patients. There is uncertainty regarding safety and efficacy of this policy for inte...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Bertoglio S,Solari N,Meszaros P,Vassallo F,Bonvento M,Pastorino S,Bruzzi P

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Because the concept of cancer survivorship (CS) has become widely popularized, it is tempting to assume that all individuals treated for cancer will personally identify with the public term. This is the first investigation about the meaning of the taken-for-granted concept from the perspective of a group of ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Pieters HC,Heilemann MV

更新日期：2011-03-01 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：:This article describes a phenomenologic study designed to further an understanding concerning the concept of hope in a purposive sample of nine patients with cancer hospitalized for bone marrow transplantation. The strategies these patients use to sustain and foster hope are examined. Data collection consisted of a on...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Saleh US,Brockopp DY

更新日期：2001-08-01 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：:Little is known about how nurses experience caring for dying patients. Yet, entering the patient's world often involves dealing with death and dying and is a major challenge to oncology nurses. The purpose of this article is to describe the shared practices of oncology nurses caring for dying patients. Stories from st...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Rittman M,Paige P,Rivera J,Sutphin L,Godown I

更新日期：1997-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study explored the information needs of adult daughters whose mothers had early breast cancer and illustrated the information flows between the daughters and two information providers: patients and health care professionals (HCPs). Participants were 97 daughters, who completed a 30-time self-administered question...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Rees CE,Bath PA

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The siblings of children with neoplastic disease are at risk of emotional and behavioral problems, but few studies have focused on these risks, and findings across studies are inconsistent. OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to assess psychological adjustment in siblings of children with cancer and a...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Cordaro G,Veneroni L,Massimino M,Clerici CA

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physical activity has numerous associated benefits for cancer survivors. Compared with their urban counterparts, rural Australians experience a health disadvantage, including poorer survival rate after diagnosis of cancer. OBJECTIVE:The aims of this study were to test the effectiveness of an online 12-week ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Frensham LJ,Parfitt G,Dollman J

更新日期：2020-01-01 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 study was to investigate the effects of an instructional program for nurses educating them to teach breast self-examination (BSE) to hospitalized patients. Nurses' knowledge, attitudes, self-practice, and practice of teaching breast self-examination to patients were measured in a group who attended...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Heyman E,Tyner R,Phipps C,Cave L,Owen DC

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tai Chi combines aspects of meditation and aerobic exercise. Its effect on the balance between cellular and humoral immunity, which potentiates human immunity against tumors, remains to be determined. OBJECTIVE:The objective was to investigate the effect of a 16-week Tai Chi exercise intervention on the rec...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Wang R,Liu J,Chen P,Yu D

更新日期：2013-07-01 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 reviews a study of pain management and its barriers in Hong Kong. Using an interview technique, several measures were used to understand the level of concern in patients about pain, the patients' hesitancy in reporting pain, use of analgesics, and adequacy of medication for pain. A total of nine barriers ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Chung TK,French P,Chan S

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although increasing attention is being focused on the emotional aspects of caring for dying children and their families, few research reports concentrate on the experiences of mothers, particularly in different countries. This article describes the findings of an exploratory, descriptive study that investigated the ex...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Davies B,Deveau E,deVeber B,Howell D,Martinson I,Papadatou D,Pask E,Stevens M

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00