Stories of Lymphoma Survivors in Early Aftercare: A Narrative Inquiry

Overview

Journal Cancer Nurs

Specialties Nursing
Oncology

Date 2020 Jul 1

PMID 32604137

Citations 2

Authors

Jolanda H H M Friesen-Storms

Gerrie J J W Bours

Danny J L Quadvlieg-Delnoy

Albine Moser

Jose M J Heijmans

Trudy van der Weijden

Anna J H M Beurskens

Kon-Siong G Jie

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Abstract

Background: Survivors of lymphoma experience multiple challenges after treatment. However, a lack of knowledge of in-depth experiences of lymphoma survivors in early aftercare persists.

Objective: To gain an in-depth understanding of the experiences of lymphoma survivors in early aftercare who have received an aftercare consultation based on evidence-based guideline recommendations, with an advanced practice nurse.

Methods: This study used a narrative design. We recruited lymphoma survivors after a best-practice aftercare consultation with an advanced practice nurse. A total of 22 lymphoma survivors and 9 partners participated. Data were collected through narrative interviews and analyzed according to thematic narrative analysis.

Results: Six themes emerged: living and dealing with health consequences, coping with work and financial challenges, having a positive outlook and dealing with uncertainty, deriving strength from and experiencing tensions in relationships, getting through tough times in life, and receiving support from healthcare professionals.

Conclusions: The stories of lymphoma survivors in early aftercare revealed their experiences of how they coped with a range of challenges in their personal lives. Choosing an aftercare trajectory based on an aftercare consultation that encourages patients to think about their issues, goals, and possible aftercare options may be useful for their transition from treatment to survivorship.

Implications For Practice: Survivors' social support and self-management capabilities are important aspects to be addressed in cancer care. An aftercare consultation involving shared goal setting and care planning may help nurses provide personalized aftercare.

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