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Cervical cancer: a developmental perspective

P R Klemm1, C Guarnieri

  • 1College of Nursing, University of Delaware, Newark, USA.

Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing : JOGNN
|September 1, 1996
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Cervical cancer affects women globally, with incidence decreasing due to Papanicolaou smears but remaining a concern. A developmental approach to nursing interventions for cervical cancer patients presents challenges due to underrepresentation of women in developmental theory research.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Women's Health
  • Psychosocial Nursing

Background:

  • Cervical cancer remains a significant global health issue for women.
  • While Papanicolaou smears have reduced incidence, it persists in adult populations.
  • Disease progression correlates with specific age groups and Erikson's stages of ego development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the application of a developmental (life stage) perspective in understanding patient problems related to cervical cancer.
  • To identify potential drawbacks of a purely developmental approach in nursing interventions.
  • To propose a template for assessing patient issues within a developmental framework.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on cervical cancer incidence, Papanicolaou smear efficacy, and Erikson's developmental stages.

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  • Analysis of developmental theory research, noting underrepresentation of women.
  • Development of a template for nursing diagnoses (sexual dysfunction, spiritual distress, alteration in family processes) within a life-stage context.

    • Main Results:

    • Cervical cancer incidence varies by age, aligning with later stages of psychosocial development.
    • Developmental theory research often lacks representative samples, particularly for women.
    • A template can be used to explore patient problems through a developmental lens, considering specific nursing diagnoses.

    Conclusions:

    • A developmental perspective offers insights into cervical cancer patient care but requires careful consideration of research limitations.
    • Nursing interventions should acknowledge the psychosocial and developmental context of women with cervical cancer.
    • The proposed template aids in a more holistic assessment of patient needs, integrating developmental factors into nursing practice.