Kirshbaum, Marilyn (2010) Cancer-related Fatigue: A review of nursing interventions. British Journal of Community Nursing, 15 (5). pp. 214-219. ISSN 1462-4753
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Abstract
Fatigue is a common and distressing symptom that is a concern for cancer patients, their families, carers and health care practitioners. Cancer-related fatigue is a multidimensional phenomenon that is self-perceived and includes physical, emotional, cognitive and behavioural components. It can be unrelenting, disrupts daily life, fosters helplessness and may culminate in despair. The many causes of cancer-related fatigue stem from the disease itself, the cancer treatments and their side effects. The conclusion from a recent critical review of research evidence is that physical exercise and the treatment of underlying problems, such as anaemia or clinical depression, are effective interventions. However, a wide range of practical interventions and complementary therapies are likely to be helpful such as: acupressure and acupuncture, stress management and relaxation, energy conservation measures, anticipatory guidance and preparatory information, and attention restoring activities. This article will provide a comprehensive review of current knowledge surrounding cancer-related fatigue and the nursing interventions that can be implemented in community practice.
Item Type: | Article |
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Subjects: | R Medicine > R Medicine (General) R Medicine > RT Nursing |
Schools: | School of Human and Health Sciences School of Human and Health Sciences > Centre for Health and Social Care Research |
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Depositing User: | Sara Taylor |
Date Deposited: | 23 Feb 2010 14:34 |
Last Modified: | 28 Aug 2021 22:24 |
URI: | http://eprints.hud.ac.uk/id/eprint/7045 |
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