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Exploring Nursing Interventions for Depression Management in Patients with Cancer: A Scoping Review
Elsa Vitale1, Stefano Botti2, Roberto Lupo3
1IRCCS Istituto Tumori "Giovanni Paolo II", Bari, Italy.
Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune Disorders Drug Targets
|January 27, 2026
Summary
Effective nursing interventions for cancer patient depression include exercise and mindfulness. Some interventions, like palliative care consultations, showed less benefit for depression outcomes in cancer patients.
Area of Science:
- Oncology Nursing
- Mental Health in Cancer Care
- Evidence-Based Practice
Background:
- Cancer diagnosis significantly impacts patients' mental health, leading to distress and depression.
- Depression in cancer patients reduces quality of life (QoL) and can negatively affect treatment outcomes.
- Understanding effective nursing interventions is crucial for managing depression in cancer patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review of nursing interventions for depression management in cancer patients.
- To identify and evaluate the outcomes of various nursing interventions across all cancer types.
- To inform clinical practice and future research in oncology nursing.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive scoping search was performed across four databases from 2018 to 2023.
- 34 studies met the inclusion criteria after rigorous screening of 549 identified articles.
- Methodological quality was assessed using an evidence-based nursing approach.
Main Results:
- Helpful interventions included supervised exercise, mindfulness, self-management psychoeducation, perioperative management, PDCA models, and case management.
- Interventions such as palliative care consultations, web-based education, and rehabilitation programs showed limited effectiveness.
- The efficacy of interventions varied based on individual patient factors and cancer stage.
Conclusions:
- Nursing interventions demonstrate variable effectiveness in managing depression among cancer patients.
- Tailoring interventions to patient profiles and cancer staging is essential for optimal outcomes.
- Findings can guide nurses and researchers in refining depression management strategies for cancer patients.
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