1
|
Abstract
BACKGROUND Head and neck cancer (HNC) and its treatments often result in adverse effects that impair a patient's quality of life. Although intensive rehabilitative strategies can be used, their applicability can be limited due to patient-specific and socioeconomic barriers. Telehealth interventions represent a possible novel approach to increase access to these services and improve posttreatment quality of life in the HNC population. OBJECTIVE The objective of this systematic review was to identify studies investigating telemedicine-based interventions for HNC patients to determine whether there is a consensus concerning the cost-effectiveness, clinical utility, and accessibility of this model for rehabilitation. METHODS PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, and CINAHL were used to identify literature without time limit for publication. A critical appraisal of individual sources was conducted by 2 reviewers. Sixteen studies met inclusion criteria. RESULTS Studies related to telehealth interventions in the HNC population are limited. Salient themes included feasibility of telehealth as an intervention, effects on self-management and knowledge, impact on quality of life, physical and psychiatric symptoms, and cost. CONCLUSION Although the current literature presents promising data, indicating that telehealth interventions may be both effective and cost-efficient in the management of HNC patients, more research is needed to definitively elucidate their role in management. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Telehealth interventions are valuable for clinicians as an alternative to expand access to care across the cancer continuum, to strengthen patients' knowledge and consequently their self-management, and to provide continuity of services as well as for remote monitoring of symptoms and response to treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mathew P Caputo
- Author Affiliations: Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida (Mr Caputo, and Drs Padhya and Mifsud); and University of South Florida College of Nursing (Dr Rodriguez), Tampa
| | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
2
|
Abduljawad SF, Beckstead JW, Dobbs D, Visovsky C, Rodriguez CS, McMillan SC, Wang HL. Fatigue-related symptom clusters and functional status of older adults in hospice. Palliat Support Care 2023; 21:57-64. [PMID: 35676795 PMCID: PMC11022836 DOI: 10.1017/s1478951522000207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Fatigue is frequently co-existing with other symptoms and is highly prevalent among patients with cancer and geriatric population. There was a lack of knowledge that focus on fatigue clusters in older adults with cancer in hospice care. OBJECTIVES To identify fatigue-related symptom clusters in older adult hospice patients and discover to what extent fatigue-related symptom clusters predict functional status while controlling for depression. METHOD This was a cross-sectional study in a sample of 519 older adult hospice patients with cancer, who completed the Memorial Symptom Assessment Scale, the Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression, Boston Short Form Scale, and the Palliative Performance Scale. Data from a multi-center symptom trial were extracted for this secondary analysis using exploratory factor analysis and hierarchical multiple regression analysis. RESULTS Data from 519 patients (78 ± 7 years) with terminal cancer who received hospice care under home healthcare services revealed that 39% of the participants experienced fatigue-related symptom clusters (lack of energy, feeling drowsy, and lack of appetite). The fatigue cluster was significantly associated positively with depression (r = 0.253, p < 0.01), and negatively with functional status (r = -0.117, p < 0.01) and was a strong predictor of participants' low functional status. Furthermore, depression made a significant contribution to this predictive relationship. CONCLUSION Older adult hospice patients with cancer experienced various concurrent symptoms. The fatigue-specific symptom cluster was identified significantly associated with depression and predicted functional status. Fatigue should be routinely monitored in older adults, especially among hospice cancer patients, to help reduce psychological distress and prevent functional decline.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Suzan F Abduljawad
- Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC
| | | | - Debra Dobbs
- School of Aging Studies, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
| | | | | | - Susan C McMillan
- Emeritus Distinguished Professor, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
| | - Hsiao Lan Wang
- School of Nursing, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Lin KJ, Lengacher CA, Rodriguez CS, Szalacha LA, Wolgemuth J. Educational programs for post-treatment breast cancer survivors: a systematic review. EUR J GYNAECOL ONCOL 2022. [DOI: 10.31083/j.ejgo4302036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
|
4
|
Caputo MP, Rodriguez CS, Padhya TA, Mifsud MJ. Medical Cannabis as Adjunctive Therapy for Head and Neck Cancer Patients. Cureus 2021; 13:e18396. [PMID: 34729274 PMCID: PMC8555939 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.18396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2021] [Accepted: 09/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
Abstract
The goal of this systematic review was to define a consensus within the current literature regarding the impact/effect of cannabis or cannabinoids on the treatment of patients with head and neck cancer. We conducted a review of PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science databases, using a comprehensive search strategy, focusing on articles relating to head & neck cancer and cannabis/cannabinoids without a time limit for publication. Two, independent reviewers screened articles based on title/abstract and included the ones selected by both. We then conducted a full-text review and excluded all articles which did not meet inclusion criteria. A single reviewer then assessed studies for methodological quality and extracted relevant data using a premade data collection tool. We identified five studies that met inclusion criteria. Studies were of varying quality and the majority investigated recreational cannabis use with only one study reporting dosing across participants. Lack of standardized cannabis exposure presents a wide array of potential confounding variables across the remaining studies. Meta-analysis was not attempted due to variability in reported outcomes. It is impossible to draw any conclusions regarding the benefit or adverse effects of current medical cannabis products in this patient population. The literature regarding the effect of cannabis/cannabinoids on head & neck cancer patients is limited. However, the current lack of evidence does not definitively disprove the efficacy of cannabis. High-quality studies are necessary for physicians to provide advice to patients who are either using or interested in cannabis as an adjunctive treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mathew P Caputo
- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, USA
| | | | - Tapan A Padhya
- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, USA
| | - Matthew J Mifsud
- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, USA
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Durosier Mertilus DS, Lengacher CA, Rodriguez CS. A Review and Conceptual Analysis of Cancer Pain Self-Management. Pain Manag Nurs 2021; 23:168-173. [PMID: 34006496 DOI: 10.1016/j.pmn.2021.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2020] [Revised: 03/29/2021] [Accepted: 04/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES In this concept analysis article, we will clarify the concept "self-management of cancer pain" by identifying related antecedents, attributes, and consequences to further refine the conceptual and operational definitions of the concept. DESIGN A review was conducted. REVIEW/ANALYSIS METHODS The Walker and Avant method was used for this concept analysis. DATA SOURCES CINAHL, PubMed, and PsycInfo were searched systemically.A total of eight studies on "self-management of cancer pain or self-care of cancer pain" published between 2004 and 2019 were identified. RESULTS Attributes for self-management of cancer pain include self-efficacy, integration of methods for pain relief into daily life, decision-making related to pain management, process for solving pain-related issues, and initiation of interactions with healthcare professionals. Antecedents include knowledge regarding pain assessment and management, cognitive abilities, motivation, undergoing pain treatment, patient education and counseling, social support, and accountability from all parties involved. Consequences include pain control, improved quality of life, and increased opioid intake. CONCLUSIONS Self-management of cancer pain was reported to be a self-regulation process with the aim to encourage patients to use skills attained through development of self-efficacy, so they can actively participate in their pain management. This outcome may enhance their quality of life by decreasing their pain, depression, and anxiety and increasing the availability of social support.
Collapse
|
6
|
Cairns PL, Buck HG, Kip KE, Rodriguez CS, Liang Z, Munro CL. Stress Management Intervention to Prevent Post-Intensive Care Syndrome-Family in Patients' Spouses. Am J Crit Care 2019; 28:471-476. [PMID: 31676522 DOI: 10.4037/ajcc2019668] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Post-intensive care syndrome-family (PICS-F) refers to acute and chronic psychological effects of critical care on family members of patients in intensive care units (ICUs). Evidence suggests that increased distress during the ICU stay increases risk of PICS-F. Sensation Awareness Focused Training (SĀF-T) is a new, promising stress management intervention, but the feasibility of such training during the ICU stay for family caregivers who are acting as the surrogate decision-maker for patients who are undergoing mechanical ventilation is unknown. OBJECTIVES To assess feasibility and acceptability of SĀF-T to inform a future larger randomized controlled trial. METHODS This randomized controlled trial of SĀF-T (n = 5) versus a control (n = 5) group was conducted at a level 1 trauma center. Participants assigned to SĀF-T completed 1 session daily for 3 days. Measures included enrollment rate, data completion rate, acceptability of SĀF-T, and symptoms of PICS-F. Scales used included Perceived Stress, Hospital Anxiety and Depression, Impact of Event, and National Institutes of Health Toolbox Emotion Battery. RESULTS Mean age was 58 (SD, 12) years; 70% of participants were female. Predetermined feasibility criteria were met in enrollment rate (67%), outcome measures completion rate (> 90%), and SĀF-T acceptability (100% of doses completed during the ICU stay) without adverse events. Stress scores after SĀF-T were significantly lower than scores before SĀF-T (z = -3.5, P = .01). CONCLUSIONS SĀF-T intervention during the ICU stay is feasible, acceptable, and may improve family caregivers' post-ICU outcomes. Larger clinical trial to assess the effectiveness of SĀF-T in preventing PICS-F seem warranted.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Paula L. Cairns
- Paula L. Cairns is an assistant professor, Kevin E. Kip is a distinguished professor, and Harleah G. Buck and Carmen S. Rodriguez are associate professors, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida. Zhan Liang is an assistant professor and Cindy L. Munro is a professor and dean, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
| | - Harleah G. Buck
- Paula L. Cairns is an assistant professor, Kevin E. Kip is a distinguished professor, and Harleah G. Buck and Carmen S. Rodriguez are associate professors, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida. Zhan Liang is an assistant professor and Cindy L. Munro is a professor and dean, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
| | - Kevin E. Kip
- Paula L. Cairns is an assistant professor, Kevin E. Kip is a distinguished professor, and Harleah G. Buck and Carmen S. Rodriguez are associate professors, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida. Zhan Liang is an assistant professor and Cindy L. Munro is a professor and dean, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
| | - Carmen S. Rodriguez
- Paula L. Cairns is an assistant professor, Kevin E. Kip is a distinguished professor, and Harleah G. Buck and Carmen S. Rodriguez are associate professors, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida. Zhan Liang is an assistant professor and Cindy L. Munro is a professor and dean, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
| | - Zhan Liang
- Paula L. Cairns is an assistant professor, Kevin E. Kip is a distinguished professor, and Harleah G. Buck and Carmen S. Rodriguez are associate professors, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida. Zhan Liang is an assistant professor and Cindy L. Munro is a professor and dean, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
| | - Cindy L. Munro
- Paula L. Cairns is an assistant professor, Kevin E. Kip is a distinguished professor, and Harleah G. Buck and Carmen S. Rodriguez are associate professors, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida. Zhan Liang is an assistant professor and Cindy L. Munro is a professor and dean, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Gonzalez-Mercado VJ, Saligan LN, Rodriguez CS, Ortiz D, Pedro E, McMillan SC. Validation of the Spanish version of the Cancer Symptom Scale in Hispanic cancer patients. Int J Nurs Pract 2018; 24:e12700. [PMID: 30284336 DOI: 10.1111/ijn.12700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2017] [Revised: 07/30/2018] [Accepted: 07/31/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
Abstract
AIM To assess the validity of the translated Spanish Cancer Symptom Scale. BACKGROUND Instruments to facilitate comprehensive and objective assessments of the cancer symptom experience in underrepresented populations are essential. METHODS The Cancer Symptom Scale was translated into Spanish, and a back translation was conducted. During June 2016, a sample of 121 Hispanic Puerto Rican patients with any cancer diagnosis, all undergoing cancer treatments, completed four paper surveys. A subgroup of 15 patients agreed to complete the Spanish Cancer Symptom Scale a second time after a short delay of 1 to 2 hours. Construct validity and reliability (internal consistency via Cronbach alpha and test-retest reliability) was evaluated. RESULTS All the Intensity Items of the Spanish Cancer Symptom Scale correlated significantly with the matched items on the MD Anderson Symptom Inventory. In a subgroup of 77 participants, each Cancer Symptom Scale subscale total of scores correlated significantly with the total scores from the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-General. Discriminant validity was demonstrated between those receiving chemotherapy and those from post treatment. The Spanish Cancer Symptom Scale internal consistency reliability was 0.98. CONCLUSION The Spanish Cancer Symptom Scale has excellent evidence of validity and reliability for assessing cancer-therapy-related symptoms.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Leorey N Saligan
- National Institute of Nursing Research Intramural Research Program, Bethesda, Maryland, USA
| | | | | | - Elsa Pedro
- School of Pharmacy, University of Puerto Rico, Medical Science Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
| | - Susan C McMillan
- University of South Florida College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida, USA
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Lengacher CA, Reich RR, Ramesar S, Alinat CB, Moscoso M, Cousin L, Marino VR, Elias MN, Paterson CL, Pleasant ML, Rodriguez CS, Wang HL, Kip KE, Meng H, Park JY. Feasibility of the mobile mindfulness-based stress reduction for breast cancer (mMBSR(BC)) program for symptom improvement among breast cancer survivors. Psychooncology 2017; 27:524-531. [PMID: 28665541 DOI: 10.1002/pon.4491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2016] [Revised: 05/19/2017] [Accepted: 06/26/2017] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The purpose of this pilot study was to test the feasibility of delivering the mobile mindfulness-based stress reduction for breast cancer (mMBSR(BC)) program using an iPad and to evaluate its impact on symptom improvement. METHODS A single group, pre-posttest design was implemented among female stages 0-III breast cancer survivors (BCS) who completed treatment. Data were collected at baseline and week 6 on measures of psychological and physical symptoms and quality of life. The mMBSR(BC) program is a standardized, stress-reducing intervention that combines sitting and walking meditation, body scan, and yoga and is designed to deliver weekly 2-hour sessions for 6 weeks using an iPad. RESULTS The mean age of the 15 enrolled BCS was 57 years; one participant was non-Hispanic black, and 14 were non-Hispanic white. Of the 13 who completed the study, there were significant improvements from baseline to 6 weeks post-mMBSR(BC) in psychological and physical symptoms of depression, state anxiety, stress, fear of recurrence, sleep quality, fatigue, and quality of life (P's < .05). Effect sizes for improvements of multiple symptoms ranged from medium to large. CONCLUSIONS These results provide preliminary support that the mMBSR(BC) program may be feasible and acceptable, showing a clinical impact on decreasing psychological and physical symptoms. This mobile-based program offers a delivery of a standardized MBSR(BC) intervention to BCS that is convenient for their own schedule while decreasing symptom burden in the survivorship phase after treatment for breast cancer.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Richard R Reich
- Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL, USA
| | - Sophia Ramesar
- College of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
| | | | | | - Lakeshia Cousin
- College of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
| | - Victoria R Marino
- School of Aging Studies, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
| | - Maya N Elias
- College of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
| | - Carly L Paterson
- National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Rockville, MD, USA
| | | | | | - Hsiao-Lan Wang
- College of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
| | - Kevin E Kip
- College of Public Health, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
| | - Hongdao Meng
- School of Aging Studies, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
| | - Jong Y Park
- Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL, USA
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Rodriguez CS, Rowe M, Thomas L, Shuster J, Koeppel B, Cairns P. Enhancing the Communication of Suddenly Speechless Critical Care Patients. Am J Crit Care 2016; 25:e40-7. [PMID: 27134237 DOI: 10.4037/ajcc2016217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Sudden speechlessness is common in critically ill patients who are intubated or have had surgery for head and neck cancer. Sudden inability to speak poses challenges for hospitalized patients because strategies to facilitate communication are often limited and unreliable. OBJECTIVE To determine the impact of a technology-based communication intervention on patients' perception of communication difficulty, satisfaction with communication methods, and frustration with communication. METHODS A quasi-experimental, 4-cohort (control and intervention) repeated-measures design was used. Data were collected daily for up to 10 days. Patients in adult critical care units were followed up as they were transferred to other units within the institutions selected for the study. The impact of a technology-based communication system (intervention) was compared with usual care (control). Patients' communication outcomes pertinent to communication with nursing staff that were evaluated included perception of communication ease, satisfaction with methods used for communication, and frustration with communication. RESULTS Compared with participants in the control group, participants in the intervention group reported lower mean frustration levels (-2.68; SE, 0.17; 95% CI, -3.02 to -2.34; P < .001) and higher mean satisfaction levels (0.59; SE, 0.16; 95% CI, 0.27 to 0.91; P < .001) with use of the communication intervention. Participants in the intervention group reported a consistent increase in perception of communication ease during the hospital stay. CONCLUSIONS The results facilitated evaluation of a bedside technology-based communication intervention tailored to the needs of suddenly speechless critically ill patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Carmen S. Rodriguez
- Carmen S. Rodriguez and Loris Thomas are assistant professors, Meredeth Rowe is a professor and nurse scientist, and Paula Cairns is a nurse researcher, University of South Florida, College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida. Jonathan Shuster is a professor, Department of Health Outcomes and Policy, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, and Brent Koeppel is a principal and founder of Chameleon Adaptiveware, LLC, Natick, Massachusetts
| | - Meredeth Rowe
- Carmen S. Rodriguez and Loris Thomas are assistant professors, Meredeth Rowe is a professor and nurse scientist, and Paula Cairns is a nurse researcher, University of South Florida, College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida. Jonathan Shuster is a professor, Department of Health Outcomes and Policy, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, and Brent Koeppel is a principal and founder of Chameleon Adaptiveware, LLC, Natick, Massachusetts
| | - Loris Thomas
- Carmen S. Rodriguez and Loris Thomas are assistant professors, Meredeth Rowe is a professor and nurse scientist, and Paula Cairns is a nurse researcher, University of South Florida, College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida. Jonathan Shuster is a professor, Department of Health Outcomes and Policy, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, and Brent Koeppel is a principal and founder of Chameleon Adaptiveware, LLC, Natick, Massachusetts
| | - Jonathan Shuster
- Carmen S. Rodriguez and Loris Thomas are assistant professors, Meredeth Rowe is a professor and nurse scientist, and Paula Cairns is a nurse researcher, University of South Florida, College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida. Jonathan Shuster is a professor, Department of Health Outcomes and Policy, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, and Brent Koeppel is a principal and founder of Chameleon Adaptiveware, LLC, Natick, Massachusetts
| | - Brent Koeppel
- Carmen S. Rodriguez and Loris Thomas are assistant professors, Meredeth Rowe is a professor and nurse scientist, and Paula Cairns is a nurse researcher, University of South Florida, College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida. Jonathan Shuster is a professor, Department of Health Outcomes and Policy, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, and Brent Koeppel is a principal and founder of Chameleon Adaptiveware, LLC, Natick, Massachusetts
| | - Paula Cairns
- Carmen S. Rodriguez and Loris Thomas are assistant professors, Meredeth Rowe is a professor and nurse scientist, and Paula Cairns is a nurse researcher, University of South Florida, College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida. Jonathan Shuster is a professor, Department of Health Outcomes and Policy, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, and Brent Koeppel is a principal and founder of Chameleon Adaptiveware, LLC, Natick, Massachusetts
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Wang HL, Ji M, Visovsky C, Rodriguez CS, Elliott AF, Gwede CK, Padhya TA, Ridley MB, McMillan SC. Clinically Relevant Four-Level Cancer-Related Fatigue Among Patients With Various Types of Cancer. J Adv Pract Oncol 2016; 7:23-37. [PMID: 27713842 PMCID: PMC5045276 DOI: 10.6004/jadpro.2016.7.1.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Hsiao-Lan Wang
- 1College of Nursing University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; 2Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida; 3James A. Haley VAMC, Tampa, Florida; 4University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
| | - Ming Ji
- 1College of Nursing University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; 2Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida; 3James A. Haley VAMC, Tampa, Florida; 4University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
| | - Connie Visovsky
- 1College of Nursing University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; 2Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida; 3James A. Haley VAMC, Tampa, Florida; 4University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
| | - Carmen S Rodriguez
- 1College of Nursing University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; 2Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida; 3James A. Haley VAMC, Tampa, Florida; 4University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
| | - Amanda F Elliott
- 1College of Nursing University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; 2Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida; 3James A. Haley VAMC, Tampa, Florida; 4University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
| | - Clement K Gwede
- 1College of Nursing University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; 2Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida; 3James A. Haley VAMC, Tampa, Florida; 4University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
| | - Tapan A Padhya
- 1College of Nursing University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; 2Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida; 3James A. Haley VAMC, Tampa, Florida; 4University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
| | - Marion B Ridley
- 1College of Nursing University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; 2Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida; 3James A. Haley VAMC, Tampa, Florida; 4University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
| | - Susan C McMillan
- 1College of Nursing University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; 2Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida; 3James A. Haley VAMC, Tampa, Florida; 4University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Abstract
We used a qualitative focus group design to explore the experiences and challenges of nurses who work with hospitalized patients experiencing the sudden inability to verbalize their needs, also known as sudden speechlessness. In response to open-ended questions in facilitated focus groups, 18 nurses discussed issues around the care and communication needs of suddenly speechless (SS) patients. Nurses identified multiple, commonly occurring communication challenges when caring for SS patients. They believed these challenges led to poorer recognition of patient needs, with the potential for compromised patient care. Nurses described how the lack of reliable strategies to facilitate communication sometimes resulted in negative patient outcomes, including unmet psychosocial needs and the potential that informed consent and educational issues were being inadequately addressed for the SS patients. Even experienced nurses indicated ongoing problems in communicating with SS patients, despite using a multitude of strategies, leaving many to deal with issues of frustration and role conflict.
Collapse
|
12
|
Rodriguez CS, Rowe M, Koeppel B, Thomas L, Troche MS, Paguio G. Development of a communication intervention to assist hospitalized suddenly speechless patients. Technol Health Care 2013. [PMID: 23187014 DOI: 10.3233/thc-2012-0695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Abstract
Healthcare staff face significant challenges while caring for hospitalized patients experiencing sudden inability to verbalize their needs (sudden speechlessness). Familiar methods of communication such as non-verbal strategies are limited and often fail to assist suddenly speechless patients (SS) communicate their needs. Consequently, strategies tailored to the needs of hospitalized speechless patients are necessary, and must consider factors intrinsic to the patients and the complexities of the acute care environment. The feasibility and usability of a multi-functional prototype communication system (speech-generating device) tailored to the needs of hospitalized SS patients was evaluated in this pilot study. Adult SS patients admitted to the intensive care setting (n=11) demonstrated independent use of a multi-functional communication system that integrated messages and strategies tailored to the needs of the hospitalized SS patient. Participants reported high satisfaction levels and considered the use of the technology of high importance during an SS event. Additional research should focus on evaluating the impact of technology specific communication interventions on enhancing the communication process between SS patients and healthcare staff.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Carmen S Rodriguez
- Adult and Elderly Department, College of Nursing, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA.
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
13
|
Abstract
Sudden speechlessness (SS) is commonly experienced by patients admitted to critical care units. Although literature findings document challenges associated with periods of SS, the prevalence is unknown. The purpose of this study is to determine the prevalence and characteristics of adult SS patients in four critical care units at a university-affiliated tertiary care hospital. Data are collected on 9 randomly selected days over a 4-month period. The daily prevalence of SS ranges from 16% to 24% in each unit. Characteristic data collected includes patient age, gender, medical diagnosis related to SS episode, type of speechlessness, days since SS began, and communication strategies in use. Respiratory intubation related to various clinical diagnoses is the main cause for SS. Use of multiple specific strategies to convey needs during SS periods are identified. Follow-up studies to further define the prevalence of SS in settings beyond the critical care environment are recommended.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Loris A Thomas
- College of Nursing, University of Florida, 101 South Newell Drive, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA.
| | | |
Collapse
|
14
|
Rodriguez CS, VanCott ML. Speech impairment in the postoperative head and neck cancer patient: nurses' and patients' perceptions. Qual Health Res 2005; 15:897-911. [PMID: 16093369 DOI: 10.1177/1049732305278903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
Abstract
Communication between postoperative head and neck cancer patients with speech impairment and their health care providers is challenging. These challenges emerge during a period when the patient must communicate needs related to symptoms such as pain or concerns of significance in the absence of the traditional communication process. Content analysis methods facilitated understanding of the perspective of the postoperative head and neck cancer patient experiencing pain and a speech impairment, and the examination of the nurses' view in the assessment and management of this population. The authors identified self-report of pain as a critical component of pain assessment regardless of the presence of a speech impairment. Significant levels of frustration were associated with the nurses' goal of addressing the pain management needs of the speech impaired and the patients' pursuit of reporting the uniqueness of their pain experience.
Collapse
|
15
|
Abstract
The ability to communicate the presence of pain by means of verbal and nonverbal communication is crucial to facilitate the assessment of pain. Patients with communication impairment (CI) are limited in their ability to verbally report their pain and, consequently, mechanisms to elicit information about the pain experience must incorporate simple and valid methods to accomplish this goal. Pain measurement and the impact of the pain experience in older adults with CI are areas that have been studied on a limited basis in nursing. This study compared the effectiveness of 3 pain assessment tools in measuring pain intensity in the older adults with head and neck cancer and with CI. Multivariate repeated-measures analysis of variance revealed that there were no significant differences in the mean pain intensity scores when subjects used the Numeric Rating Scale, the Faces Pain Scale, and the Visual Analogue Scale at 3 different time intervals. The highest correlation coefficients between pain measurement tools were identified during the third time when the pain measurement tools were used to rate pain intensity. Subjects identified the Numeric Rating Scale as the preferred method to rate pain intensity. Canonical correlation analysis demonstrated that among the demographic variables evaluated in the study, education explained the largest variance in composite of the pain measurement scales.
Collapse
|
16
|
Abstract
Measurement of pain in the elderly is an issue that has received limited attention. The purpose of this review was to analyze and synthesize research findings from 1975 to 1999 that are related to pain measurement in the elderly. Based on best-evidence synthesis criteria, the review led to the selection of 15 studies. These studies used a descriptive and quantitative analytic approach and were not based on a theoretical framework. Comparison of selected pain measurement tools was incorporated in 40% of the included studies. Substantial gaps in knowledge were identified; namely, these included determining the reliability and validity of selected tools for the institutionalized or community-dwelling elder; modifying instruments to overcome barriers such as communication issues, cultural diversity, or cognitive dysfunction; and expanding the scope of pain measurement to other dimensions of the pain experience.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- C S Rodriguez
- University of South Florida, College of Nursing, Tampa, FL, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Girón FF, de la Vega RL, Eguinoa JE, Perez MJ, Sanchez MB, Rodriguez CS, Rico JM. End-stage chronic renal failure secondary to cisplatin and ifosfamide combination chemotherapy. Nephron Clin Pract 1999; 82:281-3. [PMID: 10396004 DOI: 10.1159/000045416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
|
18
|
Affiliation(s)
- C S Rodriguez
- University of Florida, College of Nursing, Gainesville, USA
| | | |
Collapse
|
19
|
Rodriguez CS, Ash CR. Programmed instruction: cancer therapy. Associated late effects (III). Cancer Nurs 1996; 19:392-400; quiz 401-2. [PMID: 8885488 DOI: 10.1097/00002820-199610000-00009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- C S Rodriguez
- University of Florida, College of Nursing, Gainesville, USA
| | | |
Collapse
|
20
|
Affiliation(s)
- C S Rodriguez
- University of Florida, College of Nursing, Gainesville, USA
| | | |
Collapse
|
21
|
Rodriguez CS, Ash CR. Programmed instruction: Cancer therapy. Associated late effects. Cancer Nurs 1996; 19:214-27; quiz 228. [PMID: 8674030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- C S Rodriguez
- University of Florida-College of Nursing, Gainesville, USA
| | | |
Collapse
|
22
|
Smrkovski LL, Buck RL, Alcantara AK, Rodriguez CS, Uylangco CV. Studies of resistance to chloroquine, quinine, amodiaquine and mefloquine among Philippine strains of Plasmodium falciparum. Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg 1985; 79:37-41. [PMID: 3887681 DOI: 10.1016/0035-9203(85)90228-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
Abstract
One hundred cases of slide-confirmed Plasmodium falciparum malaria admitted to the San Lazaro Hospital, Manila, Philippines were screened for in vitro resistance to chloroquine, quinine, amodiaquine and mefloquine using the microtechnique. 59 of the 100 primary parasite isolates produced schizonts, whereas the remaining 41 isolates did not. 51 of the 59 isolates tested were resistant in vitro to chloroquine and eight were sensitive. In contrast, three of the primary isolates were resistant to quinine, three showed resistance to amodiaquine and four were mefloquine-resistant. 43 of the strains judged chloroquine-resistant in vitro were fully in vitro sensitive to amodiaquine, quinine and mefloquine. One chloroquine-resistant isolate was also resistant to quinine alone. Three isolates that were resistant to chloroquine were also resistant to amodiaquine. An additional three were cross-resistant to chloroquine and mefloquine. A single isolate was found to be resistant to chloroquine, quinine and mefloquine and another was cross-resistant to chloroquine, quinine and amodiaquine. All strains demonstrating in vitro resistance to amodiaquine, quinine or mefloquine also showed in vitro resistance to chloroquine. The parasites in 22 patients showed in vivo resistance to chloroquine therapy. 86% were of the R1 type, 9% were R2 and 5% R3. All 22 patients demonstrating in vivo resistance to chloroquine showed in vitro resistance.
Collapse
|
23
|
Smrkovski LL, Alcantara A, Buck RL, Sy NE, Rodriguez CS, Macalagay PS, Uylangco CB. Chloroquine resistant Plasmodium falciparum: effect of rabbit serum and incubation time on the in vitro (microtechnique) prediction of in vivo resistance. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 1983; 14:228-34. [PMID: 6356381] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
Abstract
A study of chloroquine resistance of 54 isolates of Plasmodium falciparum is reported. Sixty-four percent of the isolates tested produced schizonts in vitro (micro-technique), whereas the remaining 36 percent did not. The accuracy of the in vitro test to predict in vivo resistance was increased when the primary parasite isolates were cultured in the presence of rabbit serum and when the cultures were allowed to incubate for more than 48 hours. Thirteen isolates of P. falciparum that showed in vitro resistance were confirmed in vivo resistant. Eleven of these cases were identified as R-I and two as R-II. Only one case of in vivo resistance (R-II) was observed among the 19 isolates that failed to produce schizonts in vitro.
Collapse
|
24
|
Smrkovski LL, Buck RL, Rodriguez CS, Wooster MT, Mayuga JL, Rivera D. Chloroquine and quinine resistant Plasmodium falciparum on the island of Mindoro, Philippines, 1982. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 1982; 13:551-5. [PMID: 6763355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
Abstract
A field study was conducted on the island of Mindoro, Republic of the Philippines in which over 800 persons were screened for malaria and approximately 8% were found positive. The in vitro microtechnique was used to test for sensitivity to chloroquine, amodiaquine, mefloquine and quinine in 20 slide-confirmed P. falciparum cases. Sixteen of these cases were also followed for in vivo chloroquine sensitivity. Four cases showed in vitro resistance to chloroquine; 2 also showed resistance to quinine. All showed in vitro sensitivity to mefloquine and amodiaquine. The results of in vivo test were consistent with either a sensitive (S) or R-1, resistant response to chloroquine. Taken together, the in vitro and in vivo chloroquine tests indicate 4 cases of chloroquine resistance at the R1 level.
Collapse
|
25
|
|
26
|
|
27
|
Eberlein WR, Bongiovanni AM, Rodriguez CS. Diagnosis and treatment: the complications of steroid treatment. Pediatrics 1967; 40:279-82. [PMID: 5006591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
|