Cancer nursing
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Experiences of a mindfulness-based stress-reduction intervention among patients with cancer.
There is increasing recognition of mindfulness and mindfulness training as a way to decrease stress and increase psychological functioning. ⋯ The positive experiences of mindfulness training reported by patients with cancer call for further studies examining the possibilities and requirements for implementation of mindfulness programs in clinical practice.
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A diagnosis of cancer affects not only the patient but also his/her spouse/partner. In addition to facing a life-threatening illness, changes in role and financial threats can impact the dyad. ⋯ Patients' pain may be affected by the quality of the marital relationship.
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Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) have been used for years in Taiwan, but their broad usage has been restricted by their short durability and complications. ⋯ This is the first study suggesting that cancer nursing practice for PICC could benefit from professional guidelines that reinforce in-service education, strict control of PICC candidates without risk of coagulopathies, and a special nursing care system for patients with poor self-care ability.