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：BACKGROUND:Oral therapy (OT) use for cancer is increasing globally. Yet, nurses in 4 Latin American countries lacked knowledge and educational opportunities to safely care for people receiving OTs. Global partnerships to contextualize education and create local capacity may enhance nursing practice. OBJECTIVE:Within 4...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Truant TL,Green E,Ayala de Calvo LE,McCarthy SM,MacDonald D,Patel K,Stewart J,Brunelli MV,Cullen C,Estrada de Ellis S,Nunes LMP,Salles P

更新日期：2017-11-01 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：BACKGROUND:The well-being of patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment for colorectal cancer (CRC) is affected by psychological effects associated with cancer treatment. However, little is known about the impact of these psychological factors in Brazilian patients with CRC. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to dete...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Costa ALS,Heitkemper MM,Alencar GP,Damiani LP,Silva RMD,Jarrett ME

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lower participation rates in mammography and Papanicolaou test are common among Latinas compared with other ethnic groups. Suboptimal screening rates are attributed to lack of knowledge, access to services, and cultural influences. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study is to qualitatively examine an alternati...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Szalacha LA,Kue J,Menon U

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Americans are increasingly using social media (such as Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter) for health-related communication. Much of the previous research on social media and health communication has focused on Facebook groups related to a specific disease or Facebook pages related to an advocacy organization. L...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Gage-Bouchard EA,LaValley S,Mollica M,Beaupin LK

更新日期：2017-07-01 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: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:Little is published about the factors that facilitate and hinder the intervention implementation process. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to examine factors that facilitated and hindered the implementation of a culturally appropriate colorectal cancer screening intervention targeting Vietnamese American...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sin MK,Yip MP,Kimura A,Tu SP

更新日期：2017-05-01 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:Cognitive deficits are distressing adverse effects of chemotherapy that have a negative effect on quality of life in breast cancer survivors (BCSs). Cognitive deficits in cancer survivors are a top research and clinical practice priority. OBJECTIVE:The aims of this study were to describe cognitive deficits ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Vance DE,Frank JS,Bail J,Triebel KL,Niccolai LM,Gerstenecker A,Meneses K

更新日期：2017-01-01 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:In Taiwan, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. Most breast cancer patients are willing to receive chemotherapy and experience adverse effects and suffering during the process of chemotherapy. OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to explore patients' psychological process when receiving initial...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Chen YC,Huang HM,Kao CC,Sun CK,Chiang CY,Sun FK

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast cancer survivors make up a growing population facing treatment that poses long-standing adverse effects including chemotherapy-related body function changes and/or pain. There is limited knowledge of patients' lived experiences of chemotherapy-induced pain (CHIP). OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Hellerstedt-Börjesson S,Nordin K,Fjällskog ML,Holmström IK,Arving C

更新日期：2016-11-01 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：BACKGROUND:Smoking patients who are admitted to a smoke-free hospital often experience nicotine withdrawal. Control of withdrawal symptoms in hospitalized patients with terminal illness by nurses may be important to end-of-life care. OBJECTIVE:The aims of this study were to assess Japanese nurses' perceptions toward p...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Taniguchi C,Sakakibara H,Saka H,Oze I,Tanaka H

更新日期：2016-11-01 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: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: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:Quality of life (QoL) is an important patient outcome in oncology. Many breast cancer survivors report difficulties with QoL. Adverse childhood events (ACEs) and posttraumatic growth (PTG) may influence QoL in breast cancer survivors after diagnosis. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to determine the asso...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Jiao-Mei X,Wen G,Feng-Lin C

更新日期：2016-05-01 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：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：BACKGROUND:Nonadherence in cancer patients taking oral anticancer drugs is common. Reasons for nonadherence are still not really understood as influencing factors are often complex, dynamic, and interrelated. OBJECTIVE:A qualitative study was conducted to gain insight into (non-)adherence behavior in patients taking o...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Verbrugghe M,Duprez V,Beeckman D,Grypdonck M,Quaghebeur M,Verschueren C,Verhaeghe S,Van Hecke A

更新日期：2016-03-01 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：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：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:Young breast cancer survivors have specific needs related to age. Clarifying the relationships between unmet information needs and quality of life (QOL) in young breast cancer survivors can contribute to constructing a support system to enhance QOL in patients. OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to identify the unm...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Miyashita M,Ohno S,Kataoka A,Tokunaga E,Masuda N,Shien T,Kawabata K,Takahashi M

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast cancer incidence and mortality are rising in Grenada, and there is a lack of knowledge about women's beliefs about breast self-examination (BSE). OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to quantify and identify patterns of beliefs about health and BSE in Grenadian women to help plan targeted commun...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Delpech PA,Haynes-Smith G

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although mammography use has increased in developed countries, regular screening in developing countries including Iran remains low. Multiple frameworks, including the Health Belief Model (HBM) and the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), have been used to understand screening practices among Iranians. The HBM ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Taymoori P,Molina Y,Roshani D

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Decision aids provide balanced information about the benefits and risks of treatment options and improve the match between patient preferences and the treatment received. OBJECTIVE:To assess the impact of a decision aid regarding the treatment options for patients with localized prostate cancer. METHODS:A ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Chabrera C,Zabalegui A,Bonet M,Caro M,Areal J,González JR,Font A

更新日期：2015-05-01 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:The treatment for pediatric cancer is often physically, socially, and psychologically demanding and often gives rise to ethical issues. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to describe healthcare professionals' experiences of ethical issues and ways to deal with these when caring for children with cancer...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Bartholdson C,Lützén K,Blomgren K,Pergert P

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Providing qualified, evidence-based healthcare to children requires increased knowledge of how cancer affects the young child's life. There is a dearth of research focusing on the young child's experience of everyday life. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to explore young children's and their parents...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Darcy L,Knutsson S,Huus K,Enskar K

更新日期：2014-11-01 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：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: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：BACKGROUND:Clinical evaluations in pediatric oncology are often triadic, involving children or adolescents, parents, and clinicians. However, few studies have evaluated the concordance between children's and parents' reports of symptom occurrence. OBJECTIVES:The purposes of this study were to evaluate the concordance ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Baggott C,Cooper BA,Marina N,Matthay KK,Miaskowski C

更新日期：2014-07-01 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: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：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