Journal article
The relationship between fatigue and quality of life in children with chronic health problems: a systematic review
Journal for specialists in pediatric nursing, Vol.12(2), pp.105-114
04/2007
Handle:
https://hdl.handle.net/2376/104041
PMID: 17371554
Abstract
This systematic review synthesized the literature regarding fatigue in children with chronic health problems and examined the relationship to quality of life.
Most studies that have examined fatigue and its relationship to quality of life in children with chronic health problems have focused on children with cancer. Studies found that children often reported fatigue and that it decreased quality of life.
Quantifying fatigue in children with chronic illnesses and disabilities is critical for pediatric nursing assessment. Understanding the impact of fatigue on children with chronic health problems is a first step in improving their quality of life.
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- Title
- The relationship between fatigue and quality of life in children with chronic health problems: a systematic review
- Creators
- Linda Eddy - Washington State University College of Nursing, Vancouver, WA, USA. eddy@vancouver.wsu.eduMaria Cruz
- Publication Details
- Journal for specialists in pediatric nursing, Vol.12(2), pp.105-114
- Academic Unit
- Nursing, College of
- Publisher
- United States
- Identifiers
- 99900546665701842
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article