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Measures and Methods for Symptom and Symptom Cluster Assessment in Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer
Objectives:
To provide an overview of resources for measuring symptoms and symptom clusters in adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer and to examine methodological strategies for evaluating symptom clusters.
Data Sources:
Published research articles and clinical experience.
Conclusion:
Limited research has addressed symptoms and symptom clusters in AYAs with cancer. Reliable, valid, and developmentally appropriate measures are needed to advance this area of research.
Implications For Nursing Practice:
Use of mobile technology and mixed qualitative and quantitative methods to understand AYAs' experience of symptoms and symptom clusters could enhance symptom awareness and the evidence base for practice.
