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Cancer care in nursing homes
Meg Bourbonniere1, Janet H Van Cleave
1Yale University School of Nursing, New Haven, CT, USA. meg.bourbonniere@yale.edu
Seminars in Oncology Nursing
|February 7, 2006
Summary
Cancer care for older adults in nursing homes is often overlooked, particularly regarding screening, treatment, and symptom management. Oncology nurses can enhance cancer survivorship by recognizing nursing homes as a key practice setting.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Oncology
- Palliative Care
- Nursing Home Care
Background:
- Older adults represent a growing demographic with cancer.
- Nursing homes are increasingly becoming sites for cancer care delivery.
- Existing research and clinical practice often overlook specific needs of cancer patients in nursing homes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the scientific literature on cancer care within nursing home settings.
- To identify gaps in screening, treatment, and symptom management for this population.
- To provide recommendations for clinical practice and future research directions.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search of research studies and review articles.
- Synthesis of findings related to cancer care challenges and opportunities in nursing homes.
- Identification of key areas requiring further investigation and clinical attention.
Main Results:
- Significant gaps exist in the screening, treatment, and symptom management of cancer in nursing home residents.
- Cancer care and survivorship in nursing homes receive insufficient direct focus.
- Nursing homes are underutilized as a venue for specialized oncology nursing practice.
Conclusions:
- Addressing overlooked issues in geriatric oncology care within nursing homes is critical.
- Oncology nurses have a vital role in improving cancer care and survivorship outcomes for nursing home residents.
- Integrating nursing home settings into oncology practice models can enhance patient care and quality of life.
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