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Implementing distress management guidelines in ambulatory oncology: a quality improvement project
Karen J Hammelef1, Christopher R Friese2, Tara M Breslin3
1Patient and Family Support Services, University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center in Ann Arbor.
Abstract:
Distress assessment and referral to psychosocial services is an essential component of evidence-based oncologic nursing care. Oncology nurses have an opportunity to address patient distress needs through leadership of implementation programs and support for the positive outcomes that engaging in psychosocial services provides. This quality improvement project was conducted to evaluate the feasibility and utility of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network's distress management clinical practice guidelines in ambulatory oncology. A theoretical framework guided the process design that included staff education, screening, and management in a cohort implementation project with historical control.
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