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Nurses' Perspectives of a Digital Supportive Intervention When Caring for Patients During Radiotherapy for Prostate
Christina Grape Viding1,2, Marie-Therese Crafoord1,3, Ann Langius-Eklöf1
1Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Division of Nursing, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.
Computers, Informatics, Nursing : CIN
|February 9, 2026
Summary
Nurses using a digital app in prostate cancer care found it improved patient communication and symptom monitoring. This technology enhanced nurses
Area of Science:
- Digital health interventions in oncology
- Nursing informatics and patient care technology
Background:
- Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) via digital self-monitoring are crucial in cancer care.
- Understanding nurses' perceptions of digital support is vital for implementation.
- New technological solutions are increasingly integrated into nursing practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore nurses' perceptions of using an interactive app for digital support in routine cancer care.
- To understand the impact of digital tools on nurse-patient communication and symptom management.
- To identify facilitators and barriers to implementing digital support in oncology nursing.
Main Methods:
- Focus group interview conducted with nurses using the 'Interaktor' app.
- Qualitative data analysis of nurses' experiences with digital patient support.
- Study focused on nurses caring for patients undergoing radiotherapy for prostate cancer.
Main Results:
- Nurses reported the app provided useful patient information, promoting increased patient contact.
- The app facilitated patient communication of emotions like worry.
- Symptom monitoring was not perceived as burdensome by nurses, though organizational challenges existed.
- Nurses reported a positive attitude and increased patient knowledge compared to standard care.
Conclusions:
- Digital support tools like the 'Interaktor' app can positively impact oncology nursing practice.
- Enhanced patient-nurse communication and improved symptom insights are key benefits.
- Further research and organizational support are needed for successful digital health implementation in cancer care.
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