Use of a symptom diary during chemotherapy: A mixed-methods evaluation of the patient perspective

Patients' perceptions about tools for self-reporting symptoms experienced at home may influence both the patients ’ use of the tool and ultimately the efficacy of the interventions. The aim of this study was to determine the extent patients use a paper-pencil symptom-monitoring diary during chemotherapy treatment, to identify factors that mediate its use at home, and to determine perceptions patients have of the diary.
Source: European Journal of Oncology Nursing - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Source Type: research