Oncology nursing forum
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Oncology nursing forum · Sep 2004
Computerized symptom and quality-of-life assessment for patients with cancer part II: acceptability and usability.
To determine the acceptability and usability of a computerized quality-of-life (QOL) and symptom assessment tool and the graphically displayed QOL and symptom output in an ambulatory radiation oncology clinic. ⋯ Wider application of computerized patient-generated data can continue in various cancer settings and be tested for clinical and organizational outcomes.
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Oncology nursing forum · Jul 2004
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study Clinical TrialImproving cancer pain management by homecare nurses.
To demonstrate the effects of a program, directed at homecare nurses, of structured educational interventions on the management of pain and opioid-related side effects in homecare patients with cancer. ⋯ A need exists for homecare nurses to gain more insight into pain management strategies and enhance their advocacy skills to improve pain management for patients with cancer treated in the home.
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Oncology nursing forum · Jul 2004
Multicenter Study Comparative StudyThe effect of breast cancer screening messages on knowledge, attitudes, perceived risk, and mammography screening of African American women in the rural South.
To determine the effect of three types of breast cancer screening messages (positive/upbeat, neutral/cognitive, and negative/fear) on knowledge, attitudes, perceived risk for breast cancer, and mammography screening of African American women. ⋯ Nurses and health communication experts should design interventions that foster positive attitudes, increase knowledge about breast cancer screening, and stimulate women to participate in breast cancer screening as outlined by the American Cancer Society. These interventions need to be done in the context of the cultural norms and the education levels of the target population.
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Oncology nursing forum · Jul 2004
Comparative Study Clinical TrialEighteen sensations after breast cancer surgery: a two-year comparison of sentinel lymph node biopsy and axillary lymph node dissection.
To evaluate the prevalence, severity, and level of distress of 18 sensations at baseline (3-15 days) and 24 months after breast cancer surgery and to compare sensations after sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) with those after SLNB plus immediate or delayed axillary lymph node dissection (ALND). ⋯ Nurses can use information from this study to provide more accurate education and support to patients.
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Oncology nursing forum · Jul 2004
Emergency department waiting times for patients with cancer with febrile neutropenia: a pilot study.
To determine the time frame for evaluation and treatment of adult patients with febrile neutropenia in the emergency department (ED). ⋯ Nurses may repeat this study at other settings and with other populations of people with cancer. Other studies may provide evidence that clinical outcomes are dependent on rapid intervention for febrile neutropenia in the cancer population or evaluate the efficacy of education that oncology nurses deliver to people with cancer and febrile neutropenia.