Journal article
Quality of life and the cancer experience: the state-of-the-knowledge
Oncology nursing forum, Vol.24(1), pp.27-41
01/1997
Handle:
https://hdl.handle.net/2376/100488
PMID: 9007905
Abstract
To address the state-of-the-knowledge concerning quality of life (QOL) issues and the cancer experience from theoretical, research, clinical, and educational perspectives.
Published books and articles and a panel of experienced QOL experts who convened at the Oncology Nursing Society's State-of-the-knowledge Conference on Quality of Life in February 1995.
Despite the evolution and support of QOL in oncology nursing practice, education, and research, there remains gaps in theory, research, and practice related to QOL. This article explores these gaps in knowledge and recommends future directions for QOL theory, research, education, and practice.
Further conceptual work and resolution of QOL methodologic issues to guide clinical practice and education are warranted. The impact of cultural variables and precancer life experiences on patients' perceptions of QOL also must be addressed.
Oncology nurse clinicians, educators, and researchers must continue to work collaboratively to enhance the knowledge base regarding QOL and to improve the nursing care provided to individuals with cancer.
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Details
- Title
- Quality of life and the cancer experience: the state-of-the-knowledge
- Creators
- C R KingM HabermanD L BerryN BushL ButlerK H DowB FerrellM GrantD GueP HindsJ KreuerG PadillaS Underwood
- Publication Details
- Oncology nursing forum, Vol.24(1), pp.27-41
- Academic Unit
- Nursing, College of
- Publisher
- United States
- Identifiers
- 99900546655301842
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article