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Nursing Care for Oncology Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Sonya Toncheva1, Teodora Evtimova1, Mario Milkov2
1Medical University Varna, Shumen Affiliate, Bulgaria.
The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
|July 31, 2026
Summary
Nurses play a crucial role in identifying obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) symptoms in cancer patients. Early detection and management of sleep disturbances improve patient quality of life during cancer treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Sleep Medicine
- Nursing Care
Background:
- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a prevalent condition with significant health implications.
- Cancer patients frequently experience sleep disturbances due to various factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of nursing involvement in recognizing and managing sleep disorders in cancer patients.
- To emphasize the nurse's role in clarifying symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in oncology settings.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the V. Henderson model for monitoring and assessment during active tumor therapy.
- Selected patients admitted to the Complex Medical Oncological Center, Shumen, for a minimum of 5 days.
Main Results:
- Sleep disturbances are common in cancer patients, persisting into remission phases.
- Factors contributing to sleep issues include pain, respiratory problems, and psychosocial distress (depression, anxiety).
- Nurses' input is valuable for identifying underlying causes of sleep disturbances, enabling symptomatic treatment.
Conclusions:
- Nurses are essential in screening, assessing, diagnosing, and supporting cancer patients with sleep and wakefulness disorders.
- Nursing interventions can improve the quality of life for cancer patients experiencing sleep disturbances.
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