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Putting evidence into practice: evidence-based interventions to prevent and manage anorexia
Lynn A Adams1, Nancy Shepard, Rose Ann Caruso
1Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA.
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
|February 6, 2009
Summary
Cancer-related anorexia, an involuntary appetite loss, affects many patients and impacts quality of life. Evidence supports corticosteroids, progestins, and dietary counseling for managing this common cancer symptom.
Area of Science:
- Oncology Nursing
- Evidence-Based Practice
Background:
- Anorexia, an involuntary loss of appetite, affects approximately 50% of newly diagnosed cancer patients.
- This symptom is often linked to weight loss and advanced disease, significantly impacting patient outcomes and quality of life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an evidence-based practice resource for managing cancer-related anorexia.
- To evaluate published research on interventions for preventing and managing anorexia in cancer patients.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review and evaluation of published research literature.
- Focus on interventions for cancer-related anorexia.
Main Results:
- Limited interventions are currently recommended for cancer-related anorexia.
- Corticosteroids and progestins are recommended pharmacologic interventions.
- Dietary counseling is identified as a likely effective intervention.
Conclusions:
- Oncology nurses require familiarity with evidence-based interventions to manage cancer-related anorexia.
- Proactive identification and effective management of anorexia are crucial for improving patient care.
- Further research may be needed to expand intervention options.
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