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：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: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: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

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lower deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is one of the major complications of patients with tumors or patients undergoing major surgery. Electrical acupoint stimulation, an established technique of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), can be well combined with Western medicine to reduce the incidence of postoperati...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Hou LL,Yao LW,Niu QM,Xu L,Yu QH,Sun WQ,Yin PH,Li Q

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is a major treatment option for patients with hematological malignancies. Spouses are frequently asked to provide physical, psychological, and emotional support in both the acute care and outpatient settings, yet few studies have explored the nature and implicat...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sabo B,McLeod D,Couban S

更新日期：2013-01-01 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：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:Prostate cancer (PC) patients continue to have unmet information needs at the time of diagnosis and are often unable to communicate their preferences to physicians at the time of the treatment consultation. OBJECTIVE:The objective of the study was to determine the impact of health information-seeking behavi...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Davison BJ,Breckon EN

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Changes to sexual well-being can be one of the most problematic aspects of life after breast cancer, with the impact lasting for many years after treatment, associated with serious physical and emotional adverse effects. However, the primary focus on corporeal changes negates the influence of social and rela...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Ussher JM,Perz J,Gilbert E

更新日期：2012-11-01 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: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: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：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：BACKGROUND:A basic tenet of palliative care is to maintain an individual's control over the dying process. However, when decline occurs quickly, as may be the case in advanced cancer, transition of responsibility for illness management to a family caregiver may become necessary when care takes place in the home. OBJEC...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Edwards SB,Olson K,Koop PM,Northcott HC

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Only a few studies have investigated the association between hospital characteristics and breast cancer patients' satisfaction with nursing staff. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to determine whether the satisfaction of newly diagnosed breast cancer patients with nursing staff correlates with hospital c...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Kowalski C,Diener SE,Steffen P,Wuerstlein R,Harbeck N,Pfaff H

更新日期：2012-05-01 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:Cancer patients' strengths and capabilities have received little attention from healthcare providers whose primary focus is on patients' problems. Thus, providers miss an important opportunity to build on cancer patients' strengths. New care approaches are needed that nourish patients' strengths and encourag...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Rotegård AK,Fagermoen MS,Ruland CM

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Papanicolaou test (Pap test) is the most effective screening tool to prevent cervical cancer. In Taiwan, the National Health Insurance offers women older than 30 years free Pap test; however, the screening rate is merely 52.6%. OBJECTIVE:The purposes of this study were to understand the status quo of Taiwan...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lee FH,Wang HH

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

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：BACKGROUND:No previous research has explored the impact of the many appearance changes that can occur in patients following bone marrow transplantation (BMT). OBJECTIVE:This research aimed to explore in depth patients' experiences of appearance changes following allogeneic BMT to address the lack of knowledge in this ...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Russell C,Harcourt D,Henderson L,Marks DI

更新日期：2011-07-01 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: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：BACKGROUND:Diarrhea is common after colorectal surgery, but its severity and self-care methods have not been examined in depth. OBJECTIVE:To understand changes in and factors influencing diarrhea distress and self-care strategies of patients 1 week and 1, 2, and 3 months after colorectal cancer surgery. METHODS:For t...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Pan LH,Tsai YF,Chen ML,Tang R,Chang CJ

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Research addressing social support among women diagnosed with breast cancer has been explored in several Western cultures, but there is a lack of such research in Jordanian women diagnosed with breast cancer. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to explore common meanings of social support as experienced...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Alqaissi NM,Dickerson SS

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With continual improvements in screening uptake and adjuvant cancer treatments, the number of Canadian women surviving breast cancer continues to grow. Preliminary findings suggest yoga can improve quality of life (QoL) in breast cancer survivors, but few studies have focused on Iyengar yoga (IY). OBJECTIVE...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Speed-Andrews AE,Stevinson C,Belanger LJ,Mirus JJ,Courneya KS

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer among women. Older women have differences in physical conditions and culture backgrounds compared with young age, which may influence their experiences in facing the diagnosis and treatment for breast cancer. OBJECTIVE:The objective of the study was to...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Lu MH,Lin HR,Lee MD

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients are living longer with incurable cancer, and for most of the time, they are at home. Psychological morbidity is high and increases with advanced disease and poor prognosis, and evidence suggests that patients' psychological needs at this time are not met. District nurses provide support visits to pa...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Griffiths J,Ewing G,Rogers M

更新日期：2010-09-01 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：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: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：:Childhood cancer requires families to deal with many stressors, including decision making in terms of their child's treatment. Adding to the stress of families is that most children participate in clinical research trials. Minimal research has been done to explore parents' decisions related to involving their child in...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Woodgate RL,Yanofsky RA

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was designed to develop and test a system to monitor adherence with nonhormonal oral chemotherapeutic agents using an automated voice response (AVR) system plus nursing intervention. Participants were patients diagnosed with solid tumor cancers, primarily breast, colon, and lung cancers, who received the Sy...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Decker V,Spoelstra S,Miezo E,Bremer R,You M,Given C,Given B

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to explore the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of a therapeutic music video (TMV) intervention for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) undergoing stem-cell transplantation (SCT). Twelve AYAs (aged 11-24 years) were randomized to the TMV or an audio-book protocol. The TMV was designed...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Burns DS,Robb SL,Haase JE

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aims of this study were to examine the differences between older and younger breast cancer survivors in perceived social support, uncertainty, quality of life (QOL), and selected demographic variables, and to explore the role of these variables in explaining and predicting QOL. A descriptive research design was us...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Sammarco A

更新日期：2009-09-01 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：:A randomized controlled trial of a nurse-delivered coping and communication support (CCS) intervention tailored to the preferences of middle-aged and older patients with advanced cancer and their family caregivers is tested for its value in improving outcomes for quality cancer care. An intervention study must be reli...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Radziewicz RM,Rose JH,Bowman KF,Berila RA,O'Toole EE,Given B

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in the United States and affects African Americans disproportionately when compared to other ethnic groups. There are unclear reasons for this disparity, but several factors may include race, nutrition, family history of cancer, and screening. With early det...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Jones RA,Steeves R,Williams I

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Breast cancer survivors (BCSs) on aromatase inhibitor (AI) therapy often experience musculoskeletal symptoms (joint pain and stiffness, bone and muscle pain, and muscle weakness), and these musculoskeletal symptoms may be related to low serum levels of vitamin D. The primary purpose of this pilot exploratory study was...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Waltman NL,Ott CD,Twiss JJ,Gross GJ,Lindsey AM

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This quasi-experimental longitudinal study documented the impact of a comprehensive cancer informational intervention using information technology on healthcare service use among individuals newly diagnosed with cancer. Women with breast cancer (n = 205) and men with prostate cancer (n = 45) were recruited within 8 we...

journal_title：Cancer nursing

authors： Loiselle CG,Dubois S

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00