کد مقاله کد نشریه سال انتشار مقاله انگلیسی نسخه تمام متن
2681634 1142446 2013 5 صفحه PDF دانلود رایگان
عنوان انگلیسی مقاله ISI
Management of Lymphedema for Cancer Patients With Complex Needs
موضوعات مرتبط
علوم پزشکی و سلامت پزشکی و دندانپزشکی تومور شناسی
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Management of Lymphedema for Cancer Patients With Complex Needs
چکیده انگلیسی

ObjectivesThe purpose of this paper was to discuss the management of lymphedema in patients with advanced disease.Data SourcesPeer-reviewed literature.ConclusionManagement of lymphedema in patients with advanced cancer is complex because of multi-factorial issues. Basic components of skin care, compression, massage, and exercise can be applied for these patients. Key concepts are: 1) optimizing quality of life, 2) respecting patients’ choices, and 3) providing psychological support to the patients and their families.Implications for Nursing PracticeManagement plans for patients with lymphedema in advanced disease should be flexible. Holistic and collaborative approaches are essential to achieve the goal of caring for these patients.

ناشر
Database: Elsevier - ScienceDirect (ساینس دایرکت)
Journal: Seminars in Oncology Nursing - Volume 29, Issue 1, February 2013, Pages 61–65
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