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Yuru Huang1, Xiaofen Zheng, Qianhe Chen

  • 1Author Affiliations: The Second Clinical Medical College of Wenzhou Medical University (Mss Huang, Q. Chen, and Jiang); The Second Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University (Mrs X. Zheng, Mrs A. Zheng, Mrs Jin, and Mrs Wang; and Dr Zhang); and College of Nursing, Wenzhou Medical University (Dr J. Chen), Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China; and School of Nursing, Nipissing University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Dr Zou).

Cancer Nursing
|April 16, 2024
PubMed

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Hospitalized children with leukemia engage in low-intensity physical activity, influenced by chemotherapy, screen time, and social anxiety. Interventions should focus on improving mobility and mental well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Child Health and Exercise Science

Background:

  • Physical activity is crucial for the healthy development of children with leukemia.
  • Limited understanding exists regarding the physical activity levels and influencing factors in hospitalized pediatric leukemia patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the physical activity level of hospitalized children with leukemia.
  • To identify factors affecting physical activity in this population.
  • To inform physical activity assessment and intervention strategies.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 133 hospitalized children with leukemia.
  • Utilized questionnaires including the Chinese University of Hong Kong Physical Activity Rating for Children and Youth and the Children's Social Anxiety Scale.
  • Explored the relationship between various factors and activity levels.

Main Results:

  • A significant proportion (44.4%) of children exhibited low-intensity physical activity.
  • Chemotherapy phase, increased screen time, and social anxiety were identified as significant factors negatively impacting activity levels.
  • Moderate-intensity activity was observed in 35.3% and high-intensity in 20.3%.

Conclusions:

  • Hospitalized children with leukemia demonstrate predominantly low-intensity physical activity, particularly during chemotherapy.
  • Screen time and social anxiety negatively correlate with physical activity in these children.
  • Personalized interventions are recommended to enhance mobility and promote holistic development.
Abstract

Keywords:
ChildrenExerciseInfluencing factorsLeukemiaPhysical activitySocial anxiety

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