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The psychologic distress in patients with cancer
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The psychologic distress in patients with cancer
Nurs Clin North Am.
2001 Dec.
Abstract
The psychologic distress in patients with cancer may be divided into three categories; depression, anxiety and neuro-cognitive changes including delirium. The supportive interventions of health care professionals along with the use of psychotropic medications have been shown to relieve depression, anxiety, and states of confusion in oncology patients. Oncology nurses are in a critical position to identify problems and intervene to provide appropriate symptom relief. The management of psychologic distress may improve adherence to treatment programs, reduce toxicity, achieve a better quality of life, and enhance grace and dignity at the end of life.
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