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Liu T, Xu L, Shen Y, Chen Z, Yao J, Mo L. Parents' Distress and Demands for Children With Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment in Western China: A Qualitative Study. Cancer Med 2024; 13:e70257. [PMID: 39387501 PMCID: PMC11465278 DOI: 10.1002/cam4.70257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2024] [Revised: 09/12/2024] [Accepted: 09/13/2024] [Indexed: 10/15/2024] Open
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BACKGROUD Cancer-related cognitive impairment is one of the common complications in children with cancer, but our understanding of their experience with cognitive deficits remains limited. From the perspective of parents, this study aimed to explore the distress and demands faced by children with cancer-related cognitive impairment, to provide references for developing targeted intervention strategies for cancer children. METHODS We used a purposeful sampling method to conduct semi-structured interviews with the parents of 18 children with cancer-related cognitive impairment. The transcripts were analyzed using Colaizzi's method. RESULTS Three categories and 11 subcategories were obtained from the data analysis, including diverse levels of cognitive impairment in children (speech communication difficulties, impaired executive function, attention deficit, and intellectual disability), persistent negative emotions (anxiety and worry, complaints and resentment, negative avoidance and positive experiences after psychological adjustment), multiple needs (need for disease information, need for professional management, and an urgent need for more external support). CONCLUSION Parents of children with cancer-related cognitive impairment face a significant psychological burden, coupled with confusion and numerous inquiries regarding the symptoms and management of their children's cognitive impairment. It is imperative for medical professionals to strengthen the dissemination of information related to cancer-associated cognitive impairments, while promptly recognizing and intervening in related symptoms. Rational allocation of resources, establishment of targeted support systems, and enhancement of social acceptance may be the key points that policymakers could consider. These efforts hold immense significance, as they play a pivotal role in elevating cognitive capabilities and enhancing the overall quality of life for children with cancer.
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- Tao Liu
- School of NursingChongqing Medical UniversityChongqingChina
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- Out‐Patient DepartmentChildren's Hospital of Chongqing Medical UniversityChongqingChina
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- Out‐Patient DepartmentChildren's Hospital of Chongqing Medical UniversityChongqingChina
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- School of NursingChildren's Hospital of Chongqing Medical UniversityChongqingChina
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- Hemato‐Oncology DepartmentChildren's Hospital of Chongqing Medical UniversityChongqingChina
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- Out‐Patient DepartmentChildren's Hospital of Chongqing Medical UniversityChongqingChina
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Hyun MK, Lee Y, Lee HJ, Kim YA. Perception of Korean healthy adolescents on cancer and adolescent cancer survivors: a cross-sectional survey. BMC Public Health 2024; 24:1700. [PMID: 38918737 PMCID: PMC11202335 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-19192-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/18/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND As the number of adolescent cancer survivors increases, detailed and effective healthcare policies on adolescent cancer survivors returning to school and workplace are needed. The study aimed to explore the perception of healthy adolescents on cancer and adolescent cancer survivors. METHODS This study conducted a face-to-face cross-sectional study in the Republic of Korea in 2021 on adolescent selected through proportional population allocation sampling by sex, age, and region. According to research questions, survey questionnaire organized and collected data on adolescents' perceptions of cancer, differences in perceptions from tuberculosis, measles, asthma, perceptions of adolescent cancer survivors, and health information sources that led to these perceptions. RESULTS Of the total 500 adolescents, less than 10% of healthy adolescents responded that cancer is contagious, while three-quarters of the respondents believed that cancer is preventable. In addition, compared to tuberculosis, measles, and asthma, they recognized differences by disease. The majority of healthy adolescents embraced community values advocating the return of adolescent cancer survivors to school and work. However, they expressed a negative view of the situation in which adolescent cancer survivors could interact with them as classmates or co-workers. Adolescents mainly obtained health information on cancer from the Internet and television, CONCLUSIONS: The perception of healthy adolescents on cancer was relatively accurate; however, they have dualistic thinking involving living with adolescent cancer survivors. To facilitate reintegration of adolescent cancer survivors into daily lives, education is needed for healthy adolescents to live with cancer survivors.
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- Min Kyung Hyun
- Department of Preventive Medicine, College of Korean Medicine, Dongguk University, Gyeong Ju, Republic of Korea
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- Division of National Cancer Survivorship Center, National Cancer Center, Goyang-si, Republic of Korea
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- Division of National Cancer Survivorship Center, National Cancer Center, Goyang-si, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Cancer Control & Policy, National Cancer Control Institute, National Cancer Center, Goyang-Si, Republic of Korea.
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Wang MJ, Dzifa KL, Lei J, Kan X, Zhang RX. The experiences of children and adolescents with cancer returning to school: A qualitative meta-synthesis. J Pediatr Nurs 2024; 76:140-149. [PMID: 38402745 DOI: 10.1016/j.pedn.2024.02.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2023] [Revised: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024]
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BACKGROUND Returning to school can be challenging for children and adolescents with cancer who have been absent for a long time. As there is little known about the return to school experience of children and adolescents with cancer, this meta-synthesis aimed to describe the experiences of children and adolescent cancer patients as they return to school. METHODS Seven English databases and three Chinese databases were searched from inception to March 14, 2023. The Joanna Briggs Institute Qualitative Assessment and Review Instrument (JBI-QARI) was used to appraise study quality. Data were synthesized using the Thomas and Harden thematic and content analysis method. RESULTS Twelve qualitative studies met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed into meta-synthesis. Data synthesis led to constructing four analytical themes and twelve sub-themes. The four major themes constructed were:benefits to school re-entry, barriers to school re-entry, motivators to school re-entry and the adaptation process after returning to school. CONCLUSION Children and adolescents with cancer were willing to return to education and can adapt to school life over time. But they were faced with challenges, including physical, psychological, and social barriers. Appropriate measures need to be taken to reduce those barriers. IMPLICATIONS TO PRACTICE Findings can be used to inform future research and interventions to support a successful return to education for children and adolescents with cancer. Healthcare providers should address the needs of children and adolescents at different stages and actively work with schools, hospitals and families to help childhood cancer survivors successfully return to school.
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- Meng-Jia Wang
- College of Nursing and health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- College of Nursing and health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- College of Nursing and health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- College of Nursing and health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- College of Nursing and health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China.
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Larsen EH, Wahl AK, Ruud E, Mellblom AV, Ålykkja A, Lie HC. Adolescent Cancer Survivors and Their Parents' Experiences With the Transition Off Treatment to Survivorship: A Qualitative Interview Study. JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY NURSING 2024; 41:172-187. [PMID: 38656765 DOI: 10.1177/27527530231214528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Background: Transitioning from active cancer treatment to survivorship represents a vulnerable yet underresearched phase for adolescents and their families. Knowledge of their support needs, the challenges they experience, and how they manage them are useful to inform tailored follow-up care. Thus, we aimed to explore their transition experiences. Method: We interviewed 15 adolescents (12-19 years) who had transitioned off of treatment 1 to 47 months prior at Oslo University Hospital's Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology and their biological parents (n = 16). The interviews were analyzed using inductive, reflexive thematic analysis inspired by Braun and Clarke. NVivo-12 was used for data management. Results: Four main themes were identified: (a) consequences of cancer beyond transition, (b) transition back to normalcy, (c) survivorship competence, and (d) changes in roles and relationships. The families described happiness and relief but also said that the lingering effects of cancer treatment had a profound impact on day-to-day living. The adolescents expressed closeness with and dependency on their parents, and they perceived family and friends as essential for social readjustment. Discussion: Although adolescent survivors and their parents described a wide variety of strategies for returning to "normalcy," their perspectives also illustrate ongoing psychosocial and educational support needs that changed over time. Our findings indicate a need for improved preparation for and support through the transition. Nurses are well positioned to provide continuous and structured transition support tailored to the needs of the individual survivors and their families.
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- Elna Hamilton Larsen
- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Blindern, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Division of Paediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Nydalen, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Blindern, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Division of Paediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Nydalen, Oslo, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Blindern, Oslo, Norway
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- Regional Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Eastern and Southern Norway (RBUP), Nydalen, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Blindern, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Division of Paediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Nydalen, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Blindern, Oslo, Norway
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Luedke JC, Vargas G, Jashar DT, Malone LA, Morrow A, Ng R. Neuropsychological functioning of pediatric patients with long COVID. Clin Neuropsychol 2024:1-18. [PMID: 38664068 DOI: 10.1080/13854046.2024.2344455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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Objective: To determine the neurocognitive profile for youth with long COVID presenting with cognitive concerns. Method: This study is a case series of 54 pediatric patients (65% female, Mage = 13.48, SDage = 3.10, 5-19) with long COVID who were referred for neuropsychological testing from a post-COVID-19 multidisciplinary clinic. The outcomes of interest were neuropsychological test scores and parent ratings of mood, attention, and executive functioning. The percentage of patients with neuropsychological test scores below the 9th percentile (below average range) and those with at-risk or clinically significant scores (T-scores > 59) on parent-informant inventories were computed. Results: A portion of children with long COVID showed weaknesses in sustained attention (29%) and divided attention (35%). This portion of patients did not significantly differ when comparing patients with and without pre-existing attention and mood concerns. A high percentage of parents reported at-risk to clinically significant concerns for cognitive regulation (53%), depression (95%), anxiety (85%), and inattention (66%) on standardized questionnaires. Conclusions: The present case series showed that approximately a third of children with long COVID demonstrate objective weaknesses on sustained and divided attention tasks but were largely intact in other domains of neuropsychological functioning. Importantly, children with long COVID had similar difficulties in attention, regardless of pre-existing attention or mood concerns. Parents reported high rates of mood, anxiety, and executive functioning difficulties which likely impact daily functioning. Attention and emotional regulation should be closely monitored and treated as necessary in pediatric patients with long COVID to aid functional recovery.
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- Jessica C Luedke
- University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, USA
- Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, MD, USA
- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, MD, USA
- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, MD, USA
- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Parrillo E, Petchler C, Jacobson LA, Ruble K, Paré-Blagoev EJ, Nolan MT. Integrative review of school integration support following pediatric cancer. J Cancer Surviv 2024; 18:325-343. [PMID: 36318444 PMCID: PMC9628445 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-022-01276-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2022] [Accepted: 10/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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PURPOSE This study aims to understand parents' experiences of school integration support for their child's transition to K-12 schooling during or after cancer treatment. METHODS This integrative literature review used PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and Embase databases and included articles from January 2000 to July 2022 describing parent experiences with support from healthcare providers, school faculty/systems, and school integration programs. This review was guided by an adapted School Re-Entry Model and used constant comparison to identify common themes and guide synthesis. The Johns Hopkins Evidence and Quality Guide was used to appraise article quality and level of evidence. RESULTS Thirty-five articles were included in the final review: seventeen qualitative, fourteen quantitative, and four mixed or multi-method designs. Parents reported experiences receiving support from healthcare providers, school faculty/systems, school integration programs, and "other" sources. Parents reported both facilitators and barriers to communication, knowledge, and the process of receiving school integration support. CONCLUSIONS Parents found neuro/psychologists highly supportive but reported limited support from other healthcare providers. Most parents reported mixed experiences with school faculty and reported many barriers to school system support. Parents reported positive experiences with school integration programs; however, limited programs were available. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS Future programs and research should focus on addressing identified barriers and facilitators of school integration support. Further work is also needed to understand a wider range of parent experiences during school integration.
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- Elaina Parrillo
- Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD, USA.
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- Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
- Department of Neuropsychology, Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Oncology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Conway School of Nursing, The Catholic University of America, Washington, DC, USA
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Arpaci T, Altay N. Qualitative Analysis of School Re-Entry Experiences of Turkish Survivors of Childhood and Adolescent Cancer: Parental Perspective. Semin Oncol Nurs 2024:151613. [PMID: 38413308 DOI: 10.1016/j.soncn.2024.151613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to explore the school re-entry experiences of Turkish survivors of childhood and adolescent cancer. DATA SOURCES In this qualitative study, semistructured in-depth interviews were undertaken with parents of childhood cancer survivors who had completed treatment for at least 2 years (n = 20). Interviews were conducted via telephone or video conferencing. The study was conducted and reported according to the COREQ (Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research) guidelines. The components of qualitative rigor were considered to ensure confidence in the methods and data. CONCLUSIONS The average age of parents was 43.20 ± 4.66 years (range 37-55) (n = 20). The mean age of survivors was 8.45 ± 2.03 years at diagnosis and 15.05 ± 2.08 years during the study. The diagnosis of most of the survivors was lymphoma (35%). Four main themes were developed: worry; challenging situations; negative effects of the disease process; and facilitating situations. Parents stated that both children and parents need support during the school re-entry process. IMPLICATION FOR NURSING PRACTICE This study revealed that survivors may experience problems that make school re-entry difficult. With cooperation between the health team and the school, arrangements should be made to ensure survivors have a positive experience on school re-entry. Pediatric oncology nurses should know survivors' requirements and take action to deliver school re-entry adjustment programs.
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- Tuba Arpaci
- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Karamanoglu Mehmetbey University, Karaman, Türkiye.
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- Department of Pediatric Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Gazi University, Ankara, Türkiye
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Larsen MH, Larsen EH, Ålykkja A, Underhaug KA, Ruud E, Lie HC. "The post-it note just said leukemia" - Information exchange challenges of teachers and local stakeholders supporting young childhood cancer survivors at school - A qualitative study from the Physical Activity and Fitness in Childhood Cancer Survivors (PACCS) group. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2024; 68:102464. [PMID: 38029601 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2023.102464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Revised: 10/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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PURPOSE Explore teachers', school nurses', cancer coordinators' and other local stakeholders' experiences providing education and support for young childhood cancer survivors in the years after treatment. METHODS We conducted four focus groups and three individual telephone interviews with 15 teachers, nine nurses and three other stakeholders, using inductive thematic analysis inspired by Braun & Clark. Nvivo v12 was used for data-management. RESULTS Three main themes were developed; "Perceived parent attitudes and facilitation", "The missing link - lack of communication and collaboration", and "Enabling mastery, inclusion and thriving". Parents were perceived to be the sole managers of providing cancer information and school-related follow-up needs. Teachers and other stakeholders experienced the nonexistence of information from specialist healthcare services and poor communication within the municipality. Teachers went to great lengths to meet survivors' pedagogical needs and facilitate peer interactions. Teachers voiced a need for more cancer and late effect knowledge, not being dependent solely on parents' for information. CONCLUSIONS Teachers and other stakeholders have essential roles in the continuing school experience for survivors. A more regulated teamwork between the stakeholders in the municipalities and the specialist healthcare system could ensure tailored late effect information at school. Implementing formal support could enable a co-creation of a personalized follow up that could relieve the burden on survivors, parents and teachers.
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- Marie H Larsen
- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Postboks 1111 Blindern, 0317, Oslo, Norway; Lovisenberg Diaconal University College, Lovisenberggt 15, 0458, Oslo, Norway.
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Postboks 1111 Blindern, 0317, Oslo, Norway; Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Division of Paediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, P. O. Box 4950 NydalenN-0424, Oslo, Norway.
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Postboks 1111 Blindern, 0317, Oslo, Norway; Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Division of Paediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, P. O. Box 4950 NydalenN-0424, Oslo, Norway.
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- Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Division of Paediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, P. O. Box 4950 NydalenN-0424, Oslo, Norway.
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- Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Division of Paediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, P. O. Box 4950 NydalenN-0424, Oslo, Norway; Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Univerity of Oslo, Postboks 1111 Blindern, 0317, Oslo, Norway.
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Postboks 1111 Blindern, 0317, Oslo, Norway.
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Erdoğan B, Yıldız S, Bayram D, Kılıçarslan Törüner E, Altay N. Back to school readiness scale for children with oncological problems: 7-18 years of age. J Pediatr Nurs 2023; 73:e594-e601. [PMID: 37945458 DOI: 10.1016/j.pedn.2023.10.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2023] [Revised: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Childhood cancers are one of the important health problems in both developed and underdeveloped countries. The cancer treatment process is a difficult period that can last for months or years, interrupt school activities for a while, or even cause them to leave completely, and require long-term hospitalization. PURPOSE This study was carried out to develop the Back to School Readiness Scale for Children with Oncological Problems: 7-18 years of age, and to establish its validity and reliability. METHOD The research is a methodological study and the validity and reliability study of a developed scale was conducted. RESULTS Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO) value was determined as 0.951. As a result of Bartlett's test analysis, Chi-Square value is 6261.566, degree of freedom is 703 and the value found is significant (p = 0.00, p < 0.05). While the loadings of the items on the first factor vary between 0.79 and 0.46, the loads on the second factor vary between 0.76 and.47. The item-total-test correlation value is 0.63. Total Croncabh alpha (α) value of the scale is 0.97. CONCLUSION Back to School Readiness Scale for Children with Oncological Problems: 7-18 years of age is a valid and reliable measurement tool. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Returning to school is a difficult process for children living with cancer due to long-term hospitalization. This scale can be used by both pediatric nurses and school nurses to evaluate children's return to school. Additionally, children and families can get an idea about preparing for returning to school by applying this scale.
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- Birgül Erdoğan
- Kocaeli University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Pediatric Nursing, Türkiye.
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- Gazi University, Faculty of Nursing, Department of Pediatric Nursing, Türkiye.
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- Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University, Department of Pediatric Oncology, Türkiye.
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- Gazi University, Faculty of Nursing, Department of Pediatric Nursing, Türkiye.
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Semendric I, Pollock D, Haller OJ, George RP, Collins-Praino LE, Whittaker AL. "Chemobrain" in childhood cancer survivors-the impact on social, academic, and daily living skills: a qualitative systematic review. Support Care Cancer 2023; 31:532. [PMID: 37606711 PMCID: PMC10444646 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-023-07985-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/02/2023] [Indexed: 08/23/2023]
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PURPOSE To examine children's experiences of chemotherapy-induced cognitive impairment--colloquially "chemobrain"--and the impact on children's social, academic, and daily living skills via a qualitative systematic review. Experiencing chemotherapy as a child, when the brain is still developing, may cause lifelong detriment to survivors' lives. There is a significant gap in understanding their lived experience, including the self-identified barriers that children face following treatment. Such a gap can only be fully bridged by listening to the child's own voice and/or parent proxy report through an exploration of the qualitative research literature. METHODS A search of MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, and CINAHL databases was conducted. Inclusion criteria were qualitative studies with a focus on children (0-18 years) during and/or following chemotherapy treatment and explored children's experiences of chemobrain. RESULTS Two synthesized findings were identified from six studies. (1) Chemobrain has an academic and psychosocial impact, which may not be understood by education providers. (2) Children and their parents have concerns about their reintegration and adaptation to school, social lives, and their future selves as independent members of society. Children's experiences primarily related to changes in their academic and social functioning. CONCLUSION This review highlights two important considerations: (1) the lived experiences of pediatric childhood cancer survivors guiding where future interventions should be targeted, and (2) a need to perform more qualitative research studies in this area, as well as to improve the quality of reporting among the existing literature, given that this is a current gap in the field.
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- Ines Semendric
- School of Biomedicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
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- Health Evidence Synthesis, Recommendations and Impact (HESRI), School of Public Health, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- School of Biomedicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- School of Biomedicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Roseworthy, South Australia, Australia
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Parrillo E, Perrin N, Ruble K, Paré-Blagoev EJ, Jacobson LA. Developing a Tool for Measuring Parent Knowledge and Barriers to Supportive School Integration After Diagnosis of Childhood Cancer. JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY NURSING 2023; 40:217-225. [PMID: 36919251 DOI: 10.1177/27527530221140068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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Background: Children treated for cancer are at risk for long-term neurocognitive late effects that can impact school attainment, employment, and quality of life. Obtaining formal education support can be critical to later success but may depend upon parent knowledge and ability to access needed support. The purpose of this study was to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of a scale to measure the perceived support that parents received upon their child's return to school during or after cancer treatment. Methods: Exploratory factor analyses evaluated the construct validity of survey items. Cronbach's alpha was used to test the internal consistency and independent t-tests evaluated the concurrent criterion validity of resulting subscales. Results: The exploratory factor analyses resulted in two subscales, Barriers to Supportive School Integration (13 items) and Parent School Integration Knowledge (three items). All items loaded at least 0.49 onto each factor, with Cronbach's alpha values of 0.927 and 0.738, respectively. The Knowledge subscale additionally demonstrated concurrent criterion validity; higher Knowledge subscale scores were found among parents who reported receiving information about treatment-related cognitive/school problems from healthcare providers (p < .001). Discussion: The Parent School Integration Knowledge and Barriers to Supportive School Integration subscales demonstrated preliminary evidence for good construct validity and internal consistency. These subscales may be used in future research to assess parent knowledge, barriers to receiving support, and overall experience of supportive school integration after the diagnosis of pediatric cancer.
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- Elaina Parrillo
- School of Nursing, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- School of Nursing, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Oncology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
- Department of Neuropsychology, Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Weibel M, Skoubo S, Handberg C, Bertel LB, Steinrud NC, Schmiegelow K, Hallström IK, Larsen HB. Telepresence robots to reduce school absenteeism among children with cancer, neuromuscular diseases, or anxiety—the expectations of children and teachers: A qualitative study in Denmark. COMPUTERS IN HUMAN BEHAVIOR REPORTS 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.chbr.2023.100280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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Leite ACAB, Rodrigues AL, Alvarenga WDA, Polita NB, Silva-Rodrigues FM, Bolis LO, Meherali S, Nascimento LC. School reintegration of children and adolescents with chronic illness from the mothers' perspective: A qualitative study. Child Care Health Dev 2023; 49:181-188. [PMID: 35790488 DOI: 10.1111/cch.13031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2021] [Revised: 04/11/2022] [Accepted: 06/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The diagnosis of chronic illness in childhood implies frequent hospitalizations and, consequently, the interruption of school attendance. This study aimed to understand the process of school reintegration of children and adolescents with chronic illness from the mothers' perspective. METHOD A qualitative descriptive-exploratory study was conducted with mothers who experienced the process of school reintegration of their child or adolescent, aged between 8 and 17 years old, and diagnosed with chronic illness. The participants were recruited by convenience and interviewed at the paediatric unit of a children's hospital. Data collection was interrupted when the data set was sufficient to answer the research question. The interviews were analysed using inductive thematic analysis. The study was approved by the research ethics committee. RESULTS Eleven interviews were conducted, 10 with mothers and one with a grandmother, who played the maternal role. Participants' age ranged between 33 and 58 years old. A theme was developed-"School reintegration under the maternal vigilance"-which encompasses four subthemes: (1) What matters? My child's health comes first; (2) How to keep in touch with the school? (3) Back to the school: Are we ready? (4) Sharing vigilance: reality and expectations. The themes highlighted a cyclical, dynamic, and subjective school reintegration process, constantly permeated by maternal vigilance. CONCLUSION A new understanding about school reintegration was evidenced, from the perspective of mothers of children and adolescents with different chronic illnesses. Mothers and children experience a nonlinear and recurrent process of leaving and returning to school, surrounded by a lack of communication and continuity in school activities. The results of this study may assist health professionals in planning care focused on the needs of the school reintegration of this population.
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- University of São Paulo at Ribeirão Preto College of Nursing, Ribeirao Preto, Brazil
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- University of São Paulo at Ribeirão Preto College of Nursing, Ribeirao Preto, Brazil
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Larsen MH, Hansson KE, Larsen EH, Fridh MK, Petersen NN, Mellblom AV, Ruud E, Larsen HB, Lie HC. The gap between expectations and reality: A qualitative study of psychosocial challenges of young childhood cancer survivors from the PACCS study. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2022; 31:e13696. [PMID: 36029045 PMCID: PMC9787754 DOI: 10.1111/ecc.13696] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2022] [Revised: 07/13/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE In this sub-study from the 'PACCS' study, we explored the psychosocial experiences of children and adolescents in everyday life post-cancer treatment and the possible factors that can moderate these experiences. METHODS This is a qualitative explorative study using semi-structured interviews with 43 childhood cancer survivors between the ages of nine and 18 from Norway and Denmark. We conducted a secondary thematic analysis using Malterud's systematic text condensation. RESULTS Two main themes were identified: 'The post-treatment gap between expectations and reality' comprised two subthemes: (1) lack of mastery and feeling different and (2) lack of understanding and acceptance. The second main theme, 'Managing the gap', comprised three subthemes: (1) information and knowledge, (2) adjustments and adaptions and (3) social support and openness. The findings reveal that the psychosocial challenges resulted from the remaining ability gap(s). Measures such as tailored information, school adjustments and social support were potential dynamic factors affecting the gap(s) positively or negatively. Psychosocial challenges post-treatment are experiences of lack of acceptance and understanding from others. CONCLUSION To safeguard a positive transition back to everyday life, health care providers should support the survivors' psychosocial care, including getting back to school and re-entering social interactions.
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- Marie Hamilton Larsen
- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of MedicineUniversity of OsloOsloNorway,Department for Postgraduate StudiesLovisenberg Diaconal University CollegeOsloNorway
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of MedicineUniversity of OsloOsloNorway
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of MedicineUniversity of OsloOsloNorway,Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Division for Paediatric and Adolescent MedicineOslo University Hospital, RikshospitaletOsloNorway
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- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescents MedicineUniversity Hospital RigshospitaletCopenhagenDenmark
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- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescents MedicineUniversity Hospital RigshospitaletCopenhagenDenmark
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of MedicineUniversity of OsloOsloNorway,Regional Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Eastern and Southern Norway (RBUP)OsloNorway
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- Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Division for Paediatric and Adolescent MedicineOslo University Hospital, RikshospitaletOsloNorway,Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of MedicineUniversity of OsloOsloNorway
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- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescents MedicineUniversity Hospital RigshospitaletCopenhagenDenmark,Faculty of Health Sciences, The University of Copenhagen and The Pediatric Clinic, Juliane Marie CentreRigshospitaletCopenhagenDenmark
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of MedicineUniversity of OsloOsloNorway
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Family Experiences with the Upbringing and Education of a Child with Congenital Malformations, Focusing on the Conditions of an Inclusive School Environment. EDUCATION SCIENCES 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/educsci12050362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The birth of a child with congenital malformation and serious illness impacts the experiences of all family members and the educational process, but there are only rare descriptions of such cases in the literature. The aim of this study is to understand better the lived experiences of a Czech family who have a child with congenital malformations with a focus on his education in an inclusive environment. The study is based on van Manen’s methodology and autobiographic (or semi-structured) interviews with Karl (19), his mother (46), and his father (49). Data were analyzed for every participant separately: the mother—repeated challenges associated with increasing new health complications, discomfort of son, school support, the future, optimism, and gratefulness; the father—comprehensive support of the son, including all family; Karl—concealment of disability, difficulties associated with disability, participation, school support, relationship with peers, and the future. Based on the results of this case study, for the education of students with congenital malformation and illness, we recommend including parents, healthcare professionals, and school staff in the mutual teamwork; adapting the timetables and spatial arrangements at school; and coordinating the educational process with necessary interventions.
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Hen M. Mothers' and teachers' experience of school re‐entry after a child's prolonged absence due to severe illness. PSYCHOLOGY IN THE SCHOOLS 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/pits.22666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Meirav Hen
- Department of Psychology Tel‐Hai Academic College Qiryat Shemona Israel
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Poirée M, Duplan M, Letort-Bertrand M, Thouvenin S, Deparis M, Galland F, Aladenise C, Lervat C. Soins de support en oncologie pédiatrique ou le respect des besoins fondamentaux des enfants et adolescents. Bull Cancer 2022; 109:557-567. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bulcan.2021.10.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2021] [Revised: 10/11/2021] [Accepted: 10/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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