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Perianal Injury Prevention in Patients With Leukemia
This study examined whether a nurse-led educational intervention would decrease perianal injuries.METHODS: A survey examined baseline nurse knowledge on perianal injuries. Nurses received a 10-minute in-service education session about perianal injuries, their predisposing factors, and prevention strategies followed by a survey to test their knowledge. Twenty nurses completed the pre- and postintervention surveys.FINDINGS: After the intervention, staff knowledge increased by 33%. One year postintervention, perianal injuries had decreased by more than 50%. Nurse and patient education are vital to decrease perianal injuries i...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - March 21, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Cindy Paredes Katie Reed LaTarvia Moore Jeannine M Brant Source Type: research

The Effect of a Required 48-Hour Window to Schedule Genetic Counseling on Time From Diagnosis of Breast Cancer to Surgery
This article examines the effect of time from diagnosis of breast cancer to surgery by requiring nurse navigators to contact the genetic counseling office within 48 hours of the diagnosis to schedule an appointment for the patient as soon as possible.METHODS: Using a quasiexperimental design, data of time from diagnosis to surgery among patients with breast cancer were collected retrospectively preintervention (N = 30) and prospectively postintervention (N = 30).FINDINGS: Time from diagnosis to surgery decreased significantly from pre- (mean = 50.3 days, SD = 22 days) to postintervention (mean = 39 days, SD = 16 days) (t =...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - March 21, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Kiera Hobbs Peggy Wheeler Sara Campbell Charlie Workman Martha Monroe Claire Davies Source Type: research

Zentangle ® Pilot Study: A Mindfulness Exercise for Oncology Nurses
This study introduced Zentangle®, which involves drawing simple, repetitive lines and shapes to create patterns, as a tool to promote wellness for oncology nurses in a clinical practice setting.OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to determine whether Zentangle used as a meditative activity in an acute time frame decreased stress, fatigue, and burnout while increasing professional quality of life and well-being in oncology nurses.METHODS: Twenty-six oncology nurses participated in a two-hour Zentangle class and received materials to complete art over four weeks. The Perceived Stress Scale, the Warwick-Edinburgh Menta...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - March 21, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: McKenzie Klee Mary Heitschmidt Theodore Hiemstra Krista Lodewyk Mary Ellen Hand Madeline McIntosh Catherine Yockey Jessica Bishop-Royse Source Type: research

Antibody-Drug Conjugates and Ocular Toxicity: Nursing, Patient, and Organizational Implications for Care
This article provides an overview of ADCs with a high risk of ocular reactions and guidance for oncology nurses to help mitigate risk and identify toxicities for prompt management.METHODS: This review presents updated evidence, manufacturer recommendations, and clinical guidance about three ADCs with a risk of overall ocular reactions exceeding 40%, as well as strategies to prepare patients for treatment, prevent reactions, and respond to presenting ocular toxicities.FINDINGS: ADCs can cause a range of ocular reactions from mild dry eye to severe and dose- limiting corneal adverse reactions and vision loss. Oncology nurses...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - March 21, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Caroline Clark Ikuko Komo Source Type: research

Systematic Review of Malnutrition Risk Factors to Identify Nutritionally At-Risk Patients With Head and Neck Cancer
This study aimed to fill the knowledge gap by identifying risk factors for malnutrition in patients with head and neck cancer.METHODS: A comprehensive search was conducted in PubMed®, Web of Science, Embase®, and Cochrane Library databases, spanning from their inception until June 2023. Three researchers critically evaluated the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Two investigators independently screened the literature and extracted data, resolving any discrepancies through consensus.FINDINGS: This systematic review includes 18 studies. The results indicated that risk factors for malnutrition in patients with head and neck...
Source: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing - March 21, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Pengpeng Wang Kim Lam Soh Kim Geok Soh Li Xue Chuanyi Ning Yanmei Tan Xueling Huang Source Type: research