Supportive Care in Lung Cancer: Clinical Update

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• 作者：Maureen Huhmann ; ^{huhmanma@umdnj.edu}  ; [Author Vitae] ; Jayne Camporeale  ; [Author Vitae]
• 关键词：Lung cancer ; palliative care ; cough ; dyspnea ; fatigue ; pain ; cachexia ; anorexia ; psychosocial distress
• 刊名：Seminars in Oncology Nursing
• 出版年：2012
• 期刊代码：291_07492081
• 类别：med
• 出版时间：May, 2012
• 卷：28
• 期：2
• 页码：e1-e10
• 文件大小：126 K

摘要

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Objectives

To present a clinical update regarding common distressing lung cancer symptoms and provide an update on management interventions.

Data Sources

Journal articles, systematic reviews.

Conclusion

Goals of treatment of the patient with lung cancer must include management of the high symptom burden that often accompanies the disease.

Implications for Nursing Practice

Early assessment and management of symptoms improves quality of life. Nurses play a key role in implementing and monitoring these interventions.