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Smoking interventions for patients with cancer: guidelines for nursing practice
J P Hecht1, K M Emmons, R A Brown
1Hospital Smoking Study, Miriam Hospital, Providence, RI.
Oncology Nursing Forum
|November 1, 1994
Summary
Oncology nurses can help cancer patients quit smoking by assessing readiness, offering support, and providing resources. Implementing evidence-based strategies improves patient outcomes and reduces cancer-related morbidity and mortality.
Area of Science:
- Oncology Nursing
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Cigarette smoking is a significant risk factor for various cancers.
- Continued smoking post-diagnosis exacerbates cancer-related morbidity and mortality.
- Limited smoking cessation interventions specifically target cancer patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify effective strategies for oncology nurses to assist cancer patients in smoking behavior modification.
- To enhance the role of oncology nurses in smoking cessation for cancer patients.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of published research articles.
- Inclusion of conference proceedings, Surgeon General Reports, and book chapters.
Main Results:
- Smoking cessation yields substantial health benefits for cancer patients, including improved respiratory function and activity tolerance.
- Patients who quit smoking report enhanced personal accomplishment.
- There is a recognized gap in targeted smoking interventions for cancer patients.
Conclusions:
- Oncology nurses are pivotal in facilitating smoking cessation among cancer patients.
- Integrating research findings and behavior change models into practice is essential.
- Key nursing actions include assessing smoking status, providing consistent support, offering resources, and ensuring follow-up.