Thesis
Mothers with cancer: a phenomenological study
Washington State University
Master of Nursing (MN), Washington State University
2008
Handle:
https://hdl.handle.net/2376/100391
Abstract
The diagnosis of cancer alters the course of life by impacting relationships, daily activities, work, and roles of affected individuals. This qualitative phenomenological pilot study explored the lives of 5 women, and their changing roles as mothers diagnosed with cancer. The study looked at nursing practice and the need to develop additional nursing diagnoses, assessment tools, and interventions to better address the needs of this population. Mothers who are diagnosed with cancer have multiple roles and face unique challenges in taking care of their children and themselves while undergoing treatment. Several common concepts that emerged during the data analysis were communication, being cared for, self-esteem, and coping skills. This study found that it was essential for nurses to be better equipped to facilitate, assess, and intervene with the adaptation process of this subculture of women.
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- Title
- Mothers with cancer
- Creators
- Michelle R. Bartholet
- Contributors
- Phyllis J. Eide (Degree Supervisor)
- Awarding Institution
- Washington State University
- Academic Unit
- Nursing, College of
- Theses and Dissertations
- Master of Nursing (MN), Washington State University
- Publisher
- Washington State University; [Pullman, Washington] :
- Identifiers
- 99900525150901842
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Thesis