Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028992
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To commemorate ONS's 50th anniversary in 2025, throughout the year, we will be reprinting seminal editorials written by former editors of the Oncology Nursing Forum and the Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing that have...To commemorate ONS's 50th anniversary in 2025, throughout the year, we will be reprinting seminal editorials written by former editors of the Oncology Nursing Forum and the Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing that have had.
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028991
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As scholars, we must do the uncomfortable task of offering productive criticism of manuscripts written by colleagues who have invested considerable effort and time. Writing is personal, and it can be painful when a colle...As scholars, we must do the uncomfortable task of offering productive criticism of manuscripts written by colleagues who have invested considerable effort and time. Writing is personal, and it can be painful when a colleague.
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028990
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OBJECTIVES: To investigate the need for return-to-work (RTW) support among young adult cancer survivors and identify influencing factors. SAMPLE & SETTING: This cross-sectional study included 134 Korean young adult c...OBJECTIVES: To investigate the need for return-to-work (RTW) support among young adult cancer survivors and identify influencing factors. SAMPLE & SETTING: This cross-sectional study included 134 Korean young adult cancer survivors, recruited in two days in April 2022 through an online survey. METHODS & VARIABLES: The study measured the need for RTW support, cancer stigma, cancer fatigue, and social support. Analyses included descriptive statistics, Pearson's correlation, and stepwise multiple linear regression. RESULTS: The factors significantly influencing the need for RTW support were cancer type (p < 0.001), occurrence of metastasis or recurrence (p = 0.004), number of cancer treatment types being received (p = 0.007), and cancer fatigue (p = 0.012). These variables explained about 26% of the variance. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: This study offers important need-oriented information and highlights the need for proactive management of cancer-related fatigue to provide RTW support for young adult cancer survivors.
An J, Blair CK, Lin Y
… +5 more, Lu SE, Arap W, Saraiya B, Irwin MR, Kinney AY
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028989
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OBJECTIVES: To identify symptom profiles (e.g., fatigue, sleep disturbance, depression, anxiety, cognitive impairment) among prostate cancer survivors, examine factors associated with the identified symptom profiles, and...OBJECTIVES: To identify symptom profiles (e.g., fatigue, sleep disturbance, depression, anxiety, cognitive impairment) among prostate cancer survivors, examine factors associated with the identified symptom profiles, and compare quality-of-life outcomes. SAMPLE & SETTING: 98 prostate cancer survivors who completed primary treatment were enrolled in a randomized parent trial. METHODS & VARIABLES: Established scales were used to measure symptoms and quality of life. Latent profile analysis was employed to classify patient groups based on symptom experiences. Logistic regression assessed factors associated with symptom profiles. RESULTS: The mean age of participants was 69 years (SD = 6.8). A high-symptom group (n = 29) and a low-symptom group (n = 69) were identified. Higher perceived stress (odds ratio [OR] = 1.28; p = 0.006), poorer spiritual well-being (OR = 0.84; p = 0.006), and lower household income (OR = 0.12; p = 0.089) were associated with being classified into the high-symptom group. Patients in the high-symptom group reported worse quality of life across all domains (p < 0.05). IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Prostate cancer survivors experience varying degrees of symptom severity. Understanding the symptom profiles and associated factors can inform nurses about patients in need of symptom management and targeted interventions.
Çelik A, Çinar D, Öztürk Çetin A
… +1 more, Ümit Ünal O
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028988
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PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA) on the distress and quality of life of male patients with cancer and to identify characteristics that place these patients at risk for higher dis...PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA) on the distress and quality of life of male patients with cancer and to identify characteristics that place these patients at risk for higher distress and lower quality of life. PARTICIPANTS & SETTING: 146 patients with alopecia seen in an outpatient chemotherapy unit and receiving at least one cycle of chemotherapy participated in the study from March to December 2023. METHODOLOGIC APPROACH: Data were collected via face-to-face interviews using an individual information form, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Distress Thermometer, and the CIA Quality-of-Life Scale. FINDINGS: Education level, marital status, pretreatment hair loss status, alopecia severity, hair accessory use because of alopecia, self-reported mood change from alopecia, and distress score significantly affected CIA and explained 72% of the variance in CIA Quality-of-Life Scale scores. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Oncology nurses are pivotal in the prevention and early management of CIA. Patients who are expected to lose their hair because of chemotherapy should be informed before treatment and given suggestions to mitigate the impact of changes in appearance. Patients should be educated about pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic approaches that can be used to cope with CIA.
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028987
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OBJECTIVES: To examine the feasibility and acceptability of Lift the Spirit, an enhanced online education communication intervention. SAMPLE & SETTING: A purposive sample of 17 oncology nurses. METHODS & VARIABLE...OBJECTIVES: To examine the feasibility and acceptability of Lift the Spirit, an enhanced online education communication intervention. SAMPLE & SETTING: A purposive sample of 17 oncology nurses. METHODS & VARIABLES: Participants in this concurrent mixed-methods pilot study viewed an educational module, role-played conducting spiritual histories using the Faith, Importance, Community, Address Tool for Spiritual Assessment, and completed debriefing interviews. Measures included pre- and postintervention spiritual history knowledge and self-efficacy assessments. Qualitative debriefing interview data were analyzed to determine acceptability. RESULTS: There were significant positive differences between pre- and postintervention knowledge and self-efficacy scores. Nurses identified the Faith, Importance, Community, Address Tool for Spiritual Assessment and role-playing exercise as the most helpful components of the intervention. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Preliminary findings suggested that Lift the Spirit was feasible, acceptable, and positively affected knowledge, skills, and self-efficacy. Equipping nurses through an intervention like Lift the Spirit is crucial to nurses providing spiritual care and relieving patient suffering.
Pozzar RA, Dunnack Yackel H, Eche-Ugwu IJ
… +2 more, Hammer MJ, Cooley ME
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028986
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: The aims of this study were to characterize patients' distress, psychological symptoms, and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, and to evaluate differences in the experiences, resilience, and psyc...PROBLEM STATEMENT: The aims of this study were to characterize patients' distress, psychological symptoms, and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, and to evaluate differences in the experiences, resilience, and psychological symptoms of patients with and without distress. DESIGN: Convergent parallel mixed-methods. DATA SOURCES: Semistructured interviews and structured questionnaires. ANALYSIS: Interview transcripts were analyzed using content analysis. Differences in demographic and clinical characteristics, depression, anxiety, and resilience were identified using chi-square, Fisher's exact, and independent sample t tests. Joint displays facilitated data integration and meta-inferences. FINDINGS: Of 54 patients, 25 patients who were distressed were more likely to have low resilience, exhibit symptoms of anxiety and depression, report difficulty paying their bills, and identify as Hispanic. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: A patient-centered approach to cancer care in which clinicians assess psychological, social, and economic resources and make referrals to supportive care services is warranted.
Myers JS, Humphrey-Sewell RE, Fowler LA
… +12 more, English D, Stickler R, Hooper D, Kim JG, He J, Penne Mays M, Siengsukon C, Wulff-Burchfield E, Shen X, Heins J, Parker W, Maliski S
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028985
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OBJECTIVES: To test the feasibility of sleep hygiene education and longitudinal wrist actigraph sleep metrics measurement alone versus in combination with telehealth-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (t...OBJECTIVES: To test the feasibility of sleep hygiene education and longitudinal wrist actigraph sleep metrics measurement alone versus in combination with telehealth-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (teleCBT-I) for people with prostate cancer (PC) receiving androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). SAMPLE & SETTING: 45 men with PC receiving ADT were recruited from a midwestern comprehensive cancer center. METHODS & VARIABLES: Participants were provided with wrist actigraphs, their individual sleep metrics data, and sleep hygiene education. Half the sample was randomized to a four-week teleCBT-I intervention. Outcomes were collected at baseline, one month, and two months. Exit interviews were conducted to glean participants' feedback about the study. RESULTS: Feasibility was demonstrated. Physical function, sleep efficiency, fatigue, and health-related quality of life improved for participants receiving teleCBT-I. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Assessment of sleep disturbance, access to sleep hygiene education, and teleCBT-I may benefit people with PC receiving ADT.
Chu C, Dengel LT, Petroni GR
… +2 more, Hollen PJ, Jones RA
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028984
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PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION: The use of a decision aid (DA) for women facing the decision of contralateral prophylactic mastectomy (CPM) is limited. This article aimed to examine the literature for studies testing a DA for pa...PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION: The use of a decision aid (DA) for women facing the decision of contralateral prophylactic mastectomy (CPM) is limited. This article aimed to examine the literature for studies testing a DA for patients diagnosed with unilateral breast cancer considering CPM. LITERATURE SEARCH: A comprehensive search was conducted in CINAHL®, Ovid MEDLINE®, PubMed®, Web of Science, PsycINFO®, and Cochrane Library databases from 2017 to 2024. DATA EVALUATION: The studies were assessed for relevance in testing a patient DA for CPM in patients diagnosed with unilateral breast cancer. Studies were evaluated using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool, version 2018. SYNTHESIS: Five studies met inclusion criteria. These studies included one pre-/postassessment cohort pilot study, one randomized controlled trial, two mixed-methods studies, and one qualitative study. Studies included 370 patients and 50 clinicians in the breast oncology setting. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Oncology nurses can play a key role in advocating for shared decision-making for patients considering CPM. Additional testing of a DA for patients diagnosed with unilateral breast cancer considering CPM should be considered.
Ayangba Asakitogum D, Nutor JJ, Hammer MJ
… +6 more, Pozzar RA, Cooper BA, Paul SM, Conley YP, Levine JD, Miaskowski C
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2025 Feb · PMID 40028983
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OBJECTIVES: To identify distinct morning and evening fatigue profiles in patients with gynecologic cancers and evaluate for differences in demographic and clinical characteristics, common symptoms, and quality-of-life ou...OBJECTIVES: To identify distinct morning and evening fatigue profiles in patients with gynecologic cancers and evaluate for differences in demographic and clinical characteristics, common symptoms, and quality-of-life outcomes. SAMPLE & SETTING: Outpatients with gynecologic cancers (N = 233) were recruited before their second or third cycles of chemotherapy at four cancer centers in San Francisco Bay and New York. METHODS & VARIABLES: The Lee Fatigue Scale was completed six times over two cycles of chemotherapy in the morning and in the evening. Latent profile analysis was used to identify distinct morning and evening fatigue profiles. RESULTS: Four distinct morning and two distinct evening fatigue classes were identified. Common risk factors for morning and evening fatigue included younger age, higher body mass index, lower functional status, and higher comorbidity burden. Patients in the worst morning and evening fatigue classes reported higher levels of anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbance; lower levels of energy and cognitive function; and poorer quality of life. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Clinicians can use this information to identify higher-risk patients and develop individualized interventions for morning and evening fatigue.
Walton AL, Stanifer SR, Wilson R
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Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Dec · PMID 39933114
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Nurses in all specialties have been called upon to take action to address global climate change, climate justice, and health. The American Nurses Association (2023) has specifically tasked nursing professional organizati...Nurses in all specialties have been called upon to take action to address global climate change, climate justice, and health. The American Nurses Association (2023) has specifically tasked nursing professional organizations to (a) educate members on climate change-related illnesses and negative impacts on treatment, (b) collaborate with grassroots organizations for environmental justice efforts, (c) support policies that promote climate mitigation and adaptation, (d) maintain familiarity with climate justice frameworks, and (e) collectively amplify the voice of nursing to strengthen its impact on climate policy. The purpose of this white paper is to enlighten members of the Oncology Nursing Society and oncology nurses at large on the increasing impact of climate change across the cancer control continuum and the pivotal role of the oncology nurse in education, research, clinical practice, and advocacy. Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperature and weather patterns that are occurring because of global warming (United Nations, n.d.). Climate change is an often-overlooked social determinant of (or contributor to) health that exacerbates poor health, increases healthcare costs, disproportionately affects some communities, and has a synergistic effect with other social determinants of health (Ragavan et al., 2020). Climate change affects all aspects of the cancer control continuum and impacts some populations disproportionately. Events such as wildfires and floods, exacerbated by climate change, can heighten individuals' exposure to cancer-causing substances, thereby increasing their susceptibility to the disease; reducing such exposure can reduce risks for cancer and positively impact the environment. Air pollution, extended droughts, heat waves, ultraviolet radiation, extreme weather events, and food supply disruptions also impact cancer etiology. Extreme weather events disrupt preventive care, cancer detection, and screening efforts, and create workforce shortages that can lead to suboptimal care. Disruptions in the supply chain and scheduled healthcare visits impact patient care continuity. Additionally, climate-related extreme weather events have an impact on overall survival and disrupt end-of-life care, underscoring the pervasive impact of climate change on cancer care across the continuum. Oncology nurses are strategically positioned to contribute to multifaceted solutions, including obtaining and offering education to fellow healthcare providers, students, patients, community members, and policymakers. Oncology nurse scientists are equipped to spearhead the generation of pertinent new knowledge, and nurses in clinical care can play a crucial role in assisting their healthcare system to become carbon net neutral. Oncology nurses must answer the call to actively engage in climate and health advocacy efforts within their own healthcare systems and in the communities where they live, work, and play. Several resources for education and action are shared.
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Dec · PMID 39933113
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As the new editor of the Forum, I congratulate the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) on 50 years of educating, inspiring, elevating, and supporting thousands of oncology nurses. ONS was created in 1975; today, ONS represent...As the new editor of the Forum, I congratulate the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) on 50 years of educating, inspiring, elevating, and supporting thousands of oncology nurses. ONS was created in 1975; today, ONS represents 100.
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Dec · PMID 39933112
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OBJECTIVES: To describe end-of-life (EOL) preparedness, the quality of advance care planning (ACP) discussions, and their effect on EOL preparedness in patients with metastatic cancer enrolled in a phase 1/2 clinical tri...OBJECTIVES: To describe end-of-life (EOL) preparedness, the quality of advance care planning (ACP) discussions, and their effect on EOL preparedness in patients with metastatic cancer enrolled in a phase 1/2 clinical trial. SAMPLE & SETTING: 81 English-speaking adults aged 18 years or older with advanced metastatic cancer who were enrolled in a phase 1/2 clinical trial and hospitalized at a comprehensive cancer center in South Texas. METHODS & VARIABLES: A nonexperimental descriptive study was conducted in two parts in 2022. Data were collected using the Quality of Communication Questionnaire and the preparation for EOL subscale of the Quality of Life at the EOL-Cancer questionnaire. RESULTS: About half of the sample (n = 40) reported being well prepared for EOL and 41 reported being not well prepared for EOL. Patients reported being moderately to completely worried about being a burden to family (n = 36), their family's ability to cope with the future (n = 42), and frightened by thoughts of dying (n = 27). Quality of ACP communication was significantly correlated with EOL preparedness (r = 0.38, p < 0.001). IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: As integral parts of the healthcare team, nurses can communicate with patients with advanced cancer about ACP and initiate EOL discussions, enhance patients' awareness of their EOL stage, and encourage them to plan their EOL care.
Armstrong K, Hinyard L, Wallace CL
… +3 more, Taylor JM, Tschopp EM, Hendricks-Ferguson V
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Dec · PMID 39933111
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OBJECTIVES: To retrospectively evaluate the incidence of palliative care (PC) consultations for older adults with lung cancer who died in the past five years, as well as the impact of social determinants of health (SDOHs...OBJECTIVES: To retrospectively evaluate the incidence of palliative care (PC) consultations for older adults with lung cancer who died in the past five years, as well as the impact of social determinants of health (SDOHs) on PC consultations. SAMPLE & SETTING: 63 participants aged 65 years or older with a lung cancer diagnosis who died in the past five years. Electronic health records were used to extract data. METHODS & VARIABLES: A medical record extraction form was used to collect the following data: (a) lung cancer diagnosis, (b) PC consultations, (c) patient demographic information, and (d) SDOHs factors. All data were entered into a secure research electronic data capture management site. RESULTS: Older adults who were married, White, and female and lived in a below-average rural or suburban area were more often benefactors of a PC consultation. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: It is imperative for nurses to support patients from diagnosis to end of life by facilitating PC consultations. This study highlights the importance of collecting SDOHs for all patients admitted to the hospital in the electronic health record. Awareness of SDOHs can help nurses facilitate end-of-life care plans.
Figuracion KCF, Mac Donald CL, Hunt D
… +6 more, McGranahan TM, Lewis FM, Rockhill J, Goldberg M, Halasz L, Thompson HJ
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Dec · PMID 39933110
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OBJECTIVES: To explore and describe the health outcomes and levels of environmental enrichment (EE) in participants with brain tumors after radiation therapy (RT). SAMPLE & SETTING: 39 participants with glioma (grade...OBJECTIVES: To explore and describe the health outcomes and levels of environmental enrichment (EE) in participants with brain tumors after radiation therapy (RT). SAMPLE & SETTING: 39 participants with glioma (grades 2-3) treated with RT were recruited within five years of original diagnosis from a neuro-oncology clinic. METHODS & VARIABLES: A cross-sectional design was employed. EE measures included social connectedness, physical activity, employment, and financial stability. Health outcome measures included the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, Symbol Digit Modalities Test, global cortical atrophy rate scale, Karnofsky Performance Status Scale, and MD Anderson Symptom Inventory-Brain Tumor Module. Descriptive statistics characterized the health outcomes between participants who received photon RT and proton beam RT. RESULTS: Participants who received photon RT with high EE showed higher scores on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, Symbol Digit Modalities Test, and Karnofsky Performance Status Scale, and lower scores on the global cortical atrophy rate scale and MD Anderson Symptom Inventory-Brain Tumor Module. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: EE may reduce symptom burden, promote healthy brain aging, and improve cognitive and functional status in glioma survivors receiving photon RT.
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Dec · PMID 39933109
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PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION: Poorly controlled cancer pain leads to increased morbidity and decreased quality of life. This integrative review aims to strengthen cancer pain management practices by identifying the effectivene...PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION: Poorly controlled cancer pain leads to increased morbidity and decreased quality of life. This integrative review aims to strengthen cancer pain management practices by identifying the effectiveness of multimodal interprofessional pain management (MIPM) in treating cancer pain, current MIPM practices, and barriers and facilitators to implementation. METHODS: The following three databases were searched for literature exploring MIPM in the oncologic setting: PubMed®, CINAHL®, and Embase®. DATA EVALUATION: This integrative review included 16 articles published from 2013 to 2023 that explored the use of MIPM in adult patients with cancer. SYNTHESIS: Adult patients with cancer receiving MIPM reported reduced pain intensity or interference. With MIPM, the number of patients reporting moderate to severe pain or undertreated pain decreased, and the number of patients reporting adequate pain management increased. In addition, patients receiving MIPM reported improvements in physical and psychosocial cancer-related symptoms. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: The components of MIPM are recommended to be used in conjunction with each other for optimal patient outcomes. To optimize the use of MIPM, improving provider knowledge and interprofessional care coordination and communication is warranted.
Allaire L, Block A, Paul SM
… +5 more, Hammer MJ, Conley YP, Cooper BA, Levine JD, Miaskowski C
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Dec · PMID 39933108
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OBJECTIVES: To determine clinically meaningful cut points for the Herth Hope Index and evaluate for differences in demographic and clinical characteristics, as well as stress, resilience, and coping, between patients wit...OBJECTIVES: To determine clinically meaningful cut points for the Herth Hope Index and evaluate for differences in demographic and clinical characteristics, as well as stress, resilience, and coping, between patients with lower versus higher levels of hope. SAMPLE & SETTING: Outpatients with cancer receiving chemotherapy (N = 1,295). METHODS & VARIABLES: Patients completed the Herth Hope Index, Multidimensional Quality of Life Scale-Patient Version, and stress, resilience, and coping measures prior to their second or third cycle of chemotherapy. RESULTS: Optimal cut points for the Herth Hope Index were 40 or less (i.e., lower level of hope) and greater than 40 (i.e., higher level of hope). The Lower Hope group had a higher comorbidity burden and lower functional status. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Clinicians can use this information to educate patients about interventions that can decrease stress and improve their coping abilities. Patients with cancer may benefit from having conversations with clinicians that authentically convey prognosis and provide a realistic sense of hope.
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Dec · PMID 39933107
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OBJECTIVES: To describe the trajectories of food insecurity and examine their associations with sociodemographic and health-related factors in older adult cancer survivors. SAMPLE & SETTING: Data from 2015 to 2021 fr...OBJECTIVES: To describe the trajectories of food insecurity and examine their associations with sociodemographic and health-related factors in older adult cancer survivors. SAMPLE & SETTING: Data from 2015 to 2021 from the National Health and Aging Trends Study, a nationally representative cohort study of community-dwelling older adults aged 65 years or older, were extracted and analyzed. METHODS & VARIABLES: Food insecurity was annually measured based on five self-reported items. Group-based trajectory modeling was used to identify food insecurity trajectory groups. Data analysis accounted for the complex survey design and analytic weights. RESULTS: The sample consisted of 1,935 older adult cancer survivors. The weighted prevalence of food insecurity ranged from 2.46% to 4.73% from 2015 to 2021. The following two food insecurity trajectory groups were identified: low-stable (n = 1,796, 93%) and medium-stable (n = 139, 7%). Individuals who were younger, female, not non-Hispanic and White, and physically frail, and those with lower household income and higher levels of anxiety and depression, were more likely to experience persistent food insecurity. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Food security in older adult survivors is persistent and distributed inequitably among those who are female, not non-Hispanic and White, and younger, and those with lower household income.
Bates M, Thullen A, Basham L
… +2 more, Carter A, Keen A
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Dec · PMID 39933106
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OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of aromatherapy on symptom burden and associated outcomes. SAMPLE & SETTING: 92 inpatients who underwent hematopoietic stem cell transplantation on hematology-oncology...OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of aromatherapy on symptom burden and associated outcomes. SAMPLE & SETTING: 92 inpatients who underwent hematopoietic stem cell transplantation on hematology-oncology units in an academic hospital. METHODS & VARIABLES: Participants in this pilot randomized controlled trial received essential oil-infused or blank aromatherapy patches and completed a symptom journal. Mixed-model analysis of variance was used to analyze chemotherapy-induced nausea, vomiting, and retching (CINVR) and anxiety symptoms. A t test was used to analyze medications administered for CINVR. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze additional study aims. RESULTS: There was no significant difference in mean symptom scores or medications administered between the intervention and control groups. On a 1-10 rating scale (10 = extremely satisfied/extremely likely), aromatherapy was rated 8 or higher for satisfaction (n = 50) and likeliness to use again (n = 53). IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Aromatherapy can be used for holistic symptom management to improve the patient experience.
Oncol Nurs Forum
· 2024 Oct · PMID 39431693
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Collaboration between DNP-prepared nurse scientists and DNP-prepared nurse clinicians strengthens oncology science and can potentially improve patient-centered outcomes. Many within the nursing community associate the re...Collaboration between DNP-prepared nurse scientists and DNP-prepared nurse clinicians strengthens oncology science and can potentially improve patient-centered outcomes. Many within the nursing community associate the reducti.