Concept analysis of cancer survivorship and contributions to oncological nursing

Autor(es)

Abrantes de Oliveira, Rafaela Azevedo ^[1] ; da Conceicao, Vander Monteiro ^[2] ; Araujo, Jeferson Santos ^[1] ; Fontao Zago, Marcia Maria ^[1]

Afiliação do(s) autor(es)

^[1] Univ Sao Paulo, Nursing Sch Ribeirao Preto, Ribeirao Preto, SP - Brazil

^[2] Fed Univ Southern Border, Sch Nursing, Chapeco, SC - Brazil

• Tipo de documento: Artigo de Revisão
• Fonte: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING PRACTICE; v. 24, n. 1 FEB 2018.
• Citações Web of Science: 1

Resumo

AimThis study aims to analyse the concept of cancer survivorship using Rodgers' evolutionary concept analysis model. BackgroundThe lack of a consensus definition as well as the confusion and debate concerning the definitions of survivor and cancer survivorship hinder an understanding of the intrinsic needs associated with the latter. DesignConcept analysis. MethodA systematic literature search was performed using the following databases: PubMed, CINAHL, Web of Science, LILACS, and PsycINFO with studies published between 2000 and 2014. The final sample contained 39 studies that were analysed on the basis of Rodgers' model and inductive thematic analysis, discussed through the lens of the medical anthropology concept of culture. FindingsCancer survivorship is a broad concept that can be understood using 8 themes: changes in life plans, positive and negative aspect dualities, life reflections, identity change, individual experiences, symptom control, the need for support, and quality of care. These themes are summarized using 2 attributes: liminality process and culturally congruent care. ConclusionsThis article contributes to understanding of cancer survivorship and the processes that are intrinsic to this concept. It calls for future investigations to enhance cancer survivorship across its 2 domains at the personal (patient's life) and clinical (nursing practice) levels. (AU)

• Processo FAPESP: 14/12058-6 - Análise conceitual da sobrevivência ao câncer: contribuição par a conhecimento da enfermagem oncológica
• Beneficiário: Rafaela Azevedo Abrantes de Oliveira Simoneti
• Modalidade de apoio: Bolsas no Brasil - Doutorado Direto