Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Clinical Trials01:16

Clinical Trials

10.9K
Clinical trials are prospective experimental studies conducted on humans to determine the safety and efficacy of treatments, drugs, diet methods, and medical devices. Using statistics in clinical trials enables researchers to derive reasonable and accurate conclusions from the collected data, allowing them to make wise decisions in uncertain situations. In medical research, statistical methods are crucial for preventing errors and bias.
There are four phases in a clinical trial. A phase one...
10.9K
Clinical Trials: Overview01:11

Clinical Trials: Overview

5.0K
Clinical development focuses on how the drug will interact with the human body and encompasses four key phases of clinical trials, each serving a specific purpose in assessing the safety and effectiveness of new drugs. These phases overlap and build upon one another. Phase I involves a small group of healthy volunteers (typically 20-80 individuals) or, in cases where significant toxicity is expected, patients with the targeted disease, such as cancer or AIDS. The volunteers are tested for...
5.0K
Statistical Software for Data Analysis and Clinical Trials01:12

Statistical Software for Data Analysis and Clinical Trials

1.6K
Statistical software is pivotal in data analysis and clinical trials by providing tools to analyze data, draw conclusions, and make predictions. These software packages range from simple data management applications to complex analytical platforms, supporting various statistical tests, models, and simulation techniques. Their significance lies in their ability to handle vast amounts of data with precision and efficiency, enabling researchers to validate hypotheses, identify trends, and make...
1.6K
Trial and Error and Algorithm01:12

Trial and Error and Algorithm

430
A problem-solving strategy is a plan of action used to find a solution. Different strategies have distinct action plans. Trial and error involves trying different solutions until one works. For instance, to fix a broken printer, you might check ink levels, ensure the paper tray isn't jammed, and verify the printer's connection to your laptop. This method can be time-consuming but is commonly used. Thomas Edison, for example, used trial and error to find a suitable filament for the light...
430
Random Error01:04

Random Error

9.9K
Random or indeterminate errors originate from various uncontrollable variables, such as variations in environmental conditions, instrument imperfections, or the inherent variability of the phenomena being measured. Usually, these errors cannot be predicted, estimated, or characterized because their direction and magnitude often vary in magnitude and direction even during consecutive measurements. As a result, they are difficult to eliminate. However, the aggregate effect of these errors can be...
9.9K
Random Variables01:09

Random Variables

17.9K
A random variable is a single numerical value that indicates the outcome of a procedure. The concept of random variables is fundamental to the probability theory and was introduced by a Russian mathematician, Pafnuty Chebyshev, in the mid-nineteenth century.
Uppercase letters such as X or Y denote a random variable. Lowercase letters like x or y denote the value of a random variable. If X is a random variable, then X is written in words, and x is given as a number.
For example, let X = the...
17.9K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Life course influences on cognitive aging and dementia risk: A mini-forum on the role of socioeconomics, caregiving, and social determinants.

Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD·2026
Same author

Middle-Range Theory of Asthma Self-Management.

Nursing science quarterly·2025
Same author

Race, Social Context, and Caregiving Intensity: Impact on Depressive Symptoms Among Spousal Caregivers.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2025
Same author

A community health worker-delivered intervention (STEPS) to support chronic pain self-management among older adults in an underserved urban community: protocol for a randomized trial.

Trials·2025
Same author

Advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within academic nursing.

Journal of professional nursing : official journal of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing·2024
Same author

"It Isn't What I Had to Do, It's What I Get to Do": The Experiences of Black Family Caregivers Managing Dementia.

Journal of family nursing·2024

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 14, 2026

Collecting Hair Samples for Hair Cortisol Analysis in African Americans
06:01

Collecting Hair Samples for Hair Cortisol Analysis in African Americans

Published on: June 10, 2018

19.4K

Improving Functional Status in African Americans With Cancer Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial

April Hazard Vallerand1, Susan M Hasenau1, Sheria G Robinson-Lane2

  • 1Wayne State University.

Oncology Nursing Forum
|February 22, 2018
PubMed
Summary

The Power Over Pain-Coaching (POP-C) intervention improved functional status and reduced distress in African American cancer patients. This coaching approach enhances perceived control over pain, leading to better outcomes.

Keywords:
African Americanscancer painfunctional statuspain-related distressperceived control over pain

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Advancements and Challenges in Surgical Treatments for Postamputation Pain
03:26

Author Spotlight: Advancements and Challenges in Surgical Treatments for Postamputation Pain

Published on: March 8, 2024

3.6K
Author Spotlight: Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interface (RPNI) Surgery in Postamputation Pain Management
03:53

Author Spotlight: Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interface (RPNI) Surgery in Postamputation Pain Management

Published on: March 15, 2024

3.0K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 14, 2026

Collecting Hair Samples for Hair Cortisol Analysis in African Americans
06:01

Collecting Hair Samples for Hair Cortisol Analysis in African Americans

Published on: June 10, 2018

19.4K
Author Spotlight: Advancements and Challenges in Surgical Treatments for Postamputation Pain
03:26

Author Spotlight: Advancements and Challenges in Surgical Treatments for Postamputation Pain

Published on: March 8, 2024

3.6K
Author Spotlight: Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interface (RPNI) Surgery in Postamputation Pain Management
03:53

Author Spotlight: Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interface (RPNI) Surgery in Postamputation Pain Management

Published on: March 15, 2024

3.0K

Area of Science:

  • Oncology Nursing
  • Pain Management
  • Health Coaching

Background:

  • Cancer pain significantly impacts functional status and quality of life for African American outpatients.
  • Existing interventions may not adequately address the unique needs of this population.
  • Improving perceived control over pain is crucial for enhancing patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of the Power Over Pain-Coaching (POP-C) intervention.
  • To determine if POP-C improves functional status among African American outpatients with cancer pain.
  • To assess the intervention's impact on pain, distress, and perceived control.

Main Methods:

  • A two-group randomized design with repeated measures was employed.
  • 310 African American patients with cancer pain were recruited from an urban cancer center.
  • Data were analyzed using linear mixed effects regression and structural equation change score models.

Main Results:

  • POP-C intervention significantly improved functional status compared to the control group (p < 0.05).
  • The intervention led to a significant decrease in pain-related distress (p < 0.05).
  • Pain intensity ratings decreased significantly in all patients, with the largest effects seen in managing daily life with pain.

Conclusions:

  • The POP-C intervention is effective in improving functional status and reducing distress in African American cancer patients.
  • Enhancing perceived control over pain is a key mechanism through which the POP-C intervention achieves its positive effects.
  • The findings support the use of the POP-C intervention as a valuable tool for managing cancer pain and improving patient outcomes.