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Hyperglycemia and Cancer: An Algorithm to Guide Oncology Nurses
Veronica Sampayo1, Cindy Tofthagen2
1Orlando Health.
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
|May 20, 2017
Summary
This study highlights the negative impact of hyperglycemia on cancer patients. An educational program significantly improved nurses
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Endocrinology
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Hyperglycemia in cancer patients negatively impacts treatment, prognosis, and survival.
- Dual diagnosis of cancer and hyperglycemia presents significant challenges for patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To enhance nurses' knowledge and awareness of hyperglycemia consequences in cancer patients.
- To improve nurses' capacity for effective intervention in managing hyperglycemia in oncology.
- To develop and present an evidence-based clinical algorithm for hyperglycemia management in cancer care.
Main Methods:
- Development and pilot testing of an educational program for nurses.
- The program covered the etiology and effects of hyperglycemia in cancer patients.
- Knowledge assessment using pre- and post-tests to evaluate intervention effectiveness.
Main Results:
- Participants reported the educational program as effective.
- The developed clinical algorithm was found to be useful by participants.
- Significant improvements in knowledge were observed post-intervention.
Conclusions:
- The educational intervention successfully enhanced nurses' understanding of hyperglycemia in cancer.
- The clinical algorithm provides a valuable tool for managing hyperglycemia in this patient population.
- Improved nursing knowledge and tools can lead to better patient outcomes in cancer care.
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