2011 Fiscal Year Final Research Report
Considering Continuing Self-Care Programs to Prevent Lympatic Edema in Postoperative Breast Cancer Patients
Project/Area Number |
22792188
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Research Category |
Grant-in-Aid for Young Scientists (B)
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Allocation Type | Single-year Grants |
Research Field |
Clinical nursing
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Research Institution | Miyagi University |
Principal Investigator |
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Project Period (FY) |
2010 – 2011
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Keywords | リンパ浮腫 / 乳がん / セルフケア / がん看護 / 継続的支援 |
Research Abstract |
Nurses belonging to the Japanese Breast Cancer Society, and its other related affiliates, were given self-administered surveys to gain insight on self-care programs that help prevent lymphatic edemas in postoperative breast cancer patients. The surveys focused on patient education and nurse awareness. The results of the survey indicated that nurses provided one-on-one sessions and followed medical care remuneration checklists provided by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare with high rates, but only while the patient was hospitalized. The quality of education and the level of patient education awareness also contributed to differences in continuing self-care programs. When considering a program, the findings suggested that, in addition to selecting effective educational materials for preventing lymphatic edemas, it is also necessary to provide nurses with additional training.
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Research Products
(1 results)