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American Cancer Society's definition of cancer survivorship
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living 5 yrs or > after dx w/ CA
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disease-based definition of cancer survivorship
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terms such as "cure" or "remission"
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what characterize the acute stage of cancer survivorship
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Starts w/ dx, tests, initial tx,
Meet medical needs Search for info, acknowledgment, and normalcy |
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what characterize the extended stage of cancer surviorship
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Starts w/ end of tx or recurrence
Watch for s/s of CA Manage S/E of disease & tx |
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what characterize the permanent stage of cancer survivorship
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Starts w/ remission or cure
Living "new" life Find resources to manage financial and other long term effects |
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Issues of Self in CA Survivorship
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Acquire new roles which make them ask: am I still whole? Who am I?
Demands growth Determine mostly by past experiences |
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Issues of vulnerability & fear: what are nsg intervention
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Teach s/s of recurrence & new CA
Teach self exam & health screenings & maintenance Encourage to participate /create complementary programs |
