کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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2681633 | 1142446 | 2013 | 11 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
ObjectivesTo summarize the evidence of and identify factors influencing the psychosocial impact of lymphedema, as well as to discuss nursing strategies.Data SourcesPeer-reviewed publications from 2004 to 2011 in 11 major medical indices.ConclusionPoorer overall health-related quality of life was reported among cancer survivors with lymphedema. The consistent, detailed, and vivid descriptions from the qualitative studies suggest that cancer-related lymphedema exerts tremendous negative psychosocial impact, which quantitative studies failed to capture.Implications for Nursing PracticeNursing strategies include helping patients to build a routine for daily care, setting goals, exercise, positive self-talk, providing helpful resources, and organizing support groups. Professional organizations should devote resources to public education through television advertisement, public meetings, and online education.
Journal: Seminars in Oncology Nursing - Volume 29, Issue 1, February 2013, Pages 50–60