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Area of Science:

  • Integrative Oncology
  • Nutritional Science
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Background:

  • Nutraceuticals, biological therapies for wellness and symptom control, have seen increased use.
  • The Dietary Supplement and Health Education Act of 1994 facilitated this rise in complementary and alternative nutraceuticals.
  • Patient motivations include dietary changes, food supply concerns, and dissatisfaction with conventional healthcare interactions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the role and use of nutraceuticals in cancer care.
  • To understand patient motivations for using complementary and alternative nutraceuticals.
  • To guide oncology nurses in supporting patients using these therapies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on nutraceuticals and cancer care.
  • Analysis of patient motivations for complementary and alternative medicine use.
  • Discussion of oncology nurse roles in patient education and support.

Main Results:

  • Nutraceutical use is growing, driven by patient-centered factors.
  • Effective patient support requires knowledge of nutraceuticals and cancer nutritional needs.
  • Collaboration with healthcare professionals is crucial for informed decision-making.

Conclusions:

  • Oncology nurses play a vital role in educating and supporting cancer patients using nutraceuticals.
  • Empathy, patience, and interprofessional collaboration enhance patient care.
  • Informed use of nutraceuticals can complement conventional cancer treatment.