Oncology nursing forum
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Oncology nursing forum · Sep 2007
Review Meta AnalysisA meta-analysis of the sensitivity of various neuropsychological tests used to detect chemotherapy-induced cognitive impairment in patients with breast cancer.
To identify which neuropsychological tests have been used to evaluate chemotherapy-induced impairment in various domains of cognitive function in patients with breast cancer and to determine the sensitivity of each of the tests through estimation of effect size. ⋯ The identification of sensitive neuro-psychological tests is crucial to further understanding of chemotherapy-induced cognitive impairments.
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To provide an integration and synthesis of literature on the definition and importance of the symptom cluster, theoretical frameworks to explain it, analysis strategies to identify it, interventions to alleviate it, and suggestions for future research. ⋯ When conducting symptom assessment, healthcare providers should address the four symptoms (fatigue, insomnia, pain, and depression) targeted in this review because evidence of clustering exists. Guidelines provided by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network for fatigue and distress provide algorithms and decision trees for assessment and management.
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Oncology nursing forum · Sep 2007
ReviewMeasuring the psychological impact of mindfulness meditation on health among patients with cancer: a literature review.
To describe the construct of mindfulness meditation and systematically review instruments measuring the psychological impact of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) on health among patients with cancer. ⋯ Based on the review, instruments can measure MBSR effects and found MBSR to be a potentially beneficial oncology nursing intervention.
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Oncology nursing forum · Sep 2007
Randomized Controlled TrialRandomized trial of a cognitive-behavioral intervention for insomnia in breast cancer survivors.
To determine the efficacy of a cognitive-behavioral intervention for treating insomnia in breast cancer survivors. ⋯ Breast cancer survivors can benefit from a cognitive-behavioral intervention for chronic insomnia. Sleep education and hygiene, a less complex treatment than a multicomponent intervention, also is effective in treating insomnia.
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Oncology nursing forum · Jul 2007
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyAcupressure for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: a randomized clinical trial.
To compare differences in the chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) among three groups of women (acupressure, placebo acupressure, and usual care) undergoing chemo-therapy for breast cancer. ⋯ Acupressure is a safe and effective tool for managing delayed CINV and should be offered to women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer.