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Preparation for Cancer Treatment: A Cross-Sectional Study Examining Patient Self-Reported Experiences and Correlates

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  • Heidi Turon

    (Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia)

  • Breanne Hobden

    (Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia)

  • Kristy Fakes

    (Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia)

  • Matthew Clapham

    (Clinical Research Design and Statistics, Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia)

  • Anthony Proietto

    (Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia)

  • Rob Sanson-Fisher

    (Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
    Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia)

Abstract

Given the significant physical and psychosocial side-effects cancer treatment has on individuals, it is important to ensure patients receive adequate preparation prior to treatment. The purpose of this study was to explore, among Australian oncology patients, (i) the self-reported treatment preparation information they received; and (ii) the patient characteristics associated with the treatment preparation information received. Patients in the early stages of cancer treatment were invited to complete a survey exploring their receipt of information about treatment preparation. Items assessed patients’ self-report of whether they had received information about the treatment process. A total of 165 participants completed the survey. Patients most frequently reported receiving information about how they might feel physically (94%) and what side effects to watch for (93%). One in five patients reported not receiving information about how to cope with any stress or worry related to treatment. Females reported receiving significantly fewer items of care compared to males ( p = 0.0083). This study suggests that while self-reported preparation for cancer treatment is generally high, components of preparation related to psychosocial concerns could be improved. Survey data could be used as a feedback tool for centres to monitor delivery of care.

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  • Heidi Turon & Breanne Hobden & Kristy Fakes & Matthew Clapham & Anthony Proietto & Rob Sanson-Fisher, 2022. "Preparation for Cancer Treatment: A Cross-Sectional Study Examining Patient Self-Reported Experiences and Correlates," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 19(16), pages 1-9, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:19:y:2022:i:16:p:10167-:d:889931
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