Cancer Pain Self-Management Interventions: A Review
Author Information
Author(s): Sjattar Elly L, Arafat Rosyidah, Ling Lee Wan
Primary Institution: Hasanuddin University
Hypothesis
What types of self-management are available to alleviate cancer pain?
Conclusion
Guiding patients in managing their pain effectively, starting from their hospitalisation and extending to their discharge.
Supporting Evidence
- Self-management is crucial for effective treatment of cancer pain.
- Educational interventions are the most common approach to support cancer pain self-management.
- Patients often manage their pain through a combination of strategies and guidance from healthcare professionals.
Takeaway
This study looks at how cancer patients can manage their pain on their own, especially when they are at home. It found that education is the best way to help them do this.
Methodology
A scoping review was conducted following Arksey and O’Malley’s guidelines, examining studies published from 2013 to 2023.
Limitations
The review only considered English-language articles, which could lead to bias and hinder the comprehensiveness of the study.
Participant Demographics
The studies included participants with various types of cancer, with sample sizes ranging from 8 to 688.
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