Oncology nursing forum
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Oncology nursing forum · Mar 2015
Multicenter StudyEvidence-based practice beliefs and behaviors of nurses providing cancer pain management: a mixed-methods approach.
To describe evidence-based practice (EBP) beliefs and behaviors of nurses who provide cancer pain management. ⋯ Nurses' EBP beliefs and behaviors should be considered when developing strategies for sustaining evidence-based pain management practices. Implementation of the EBP process by nurses may not be realistic in the inpatient setting; therefore, hospital pain management policies need to be evidence-based and reinforced with nurses.
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Oncology nursing forum · Mar 2015
Multicenter Study Comparative StudyConsistency of breast and arm symptoms during the first two years after breast cancer surgery.
To examine the severity and development of breast and arm symptoms separately during the two years following breast cancer surgery, and to examine whether previously defined predictors of arm symptoms are associated with breast symptoms. ⋯ For nurses monitoring women treated for breast cancer, the results of this study provide knowledge regarding the importance of early symptom identification and long-term symptoms after treatment.
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Oncology nursing forum · Mar 2015
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyA pilot randomized, controlled trial of the effectiveness of a psychoeducational intervention on family caregivers of patients with advanced cancer.
To evaluate the effectiveness of a psychoeducational intervention, the Caring for the Caregiver Programme (CCP). ⋯ A psychoeducational intervention potentially could help caregivers cope with the demands of caregiving.
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Oncology nursing forum · Mar 2015
Training oncology nurses to use remote symptom support protocols: a retrospective pre-/post study.
To evaluate the impact of training on nurses' satisfaction and perceived confidence using symptom protocols for remotely supporting patients undergoing cancer treatment. ⋯ Subsequent workshops should ensure adequate time for role play to enhance nurses' skills in using protocols and documenting symptom support.