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{"title":"Efficacy of different warming methods for perioperative hypothermia prevention on body temperature and shivering among transurethral resection patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis study","authors":"Gamze Bozkul ,&nbsp;Gülay Altun Uğras","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102717","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102717","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>The present study attempts to assess the impacts of distinct warming strategies employed to avert perioperative hypothermia on core body temperature and shivering among transurethral resection patients.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>We performed a comprehensive search of Turkish and English keywords across a range of databases, including PUBMED, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, SCOPUS, Ovid, EBSCOhost, Yöktez, DergiPark, and TR Index, to identify studies on the subject published between January 1, 2001–2024. The search procedure yielded 11 studies to be recruited for meta-analysis. We analyzed the data using the trial version of Comprehensive Meta-Analysis Software (CMA). The degree of heterogeneity was quantified using Higgins I² tests, while we assessed publication bias through Kendall's Tau and Egger's regression analyses.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>This meta-analysis focuses exclusively on the effects of forced air warming and irrigation fluid warming, as only these methods provided sufficient data to calculate effect size. Our findings demonstrated that while forced air warming significantly affected preoperative (g = 0.279), intraoperative (15th minute, T4) (g = 0.845), postoperative (g = 0.647) body temperature and postoperative shivering (g = −2.279), irrigation fluid warming had a significant impact on postoperative body temperature (g = 1.007) and intraoperative shivering (g = 0.188).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Overall, our results indicated that forced air warming and irrigation fluid warming can serve as a preventive measure against hypothermia and shivering among transurethral resection patients. Given that other forms of warming could not be included in this research, further studies are recommended to explore scholarly evidence on the efficacy of these methods.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102717"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142561009","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A nomogram model for predicting frailty in middle-aged and elderly patients with colorectal cancer:A cross-sectional study","authors":"Mengjiao Zhong ,&nbsp;Xiaodan Wu ,&nbsp;Xinxin Li ,&nbsp;Jingyue Xie ,&nbsp;Xiaoxuan Wang ,&nbsp;Qianqian Du ,&nbsp;Meifen Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102718","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102718","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>Frailty is a syndrome caused by multiple factors and can lead to serious consequences for middle-aged and elderly patients with colorectal cancer. However, few studies have comprehensively explored predictors of frailty and built predictive models. Therefore, our aim is to develop and evaluate a predictive model for frailty in middle-aged and elderly patients with colorectal cancer.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>From July 2023 to February 2024, a total of 502 middle-aged and elderly patients with colorectal cancer participated in this survey. Patients were randomly divided into training and validation groups in a 7:3 ratio. Univariate and multiple logistic regression analysis were employed to identify potential predictors of frailty in these patients. A nomogram was constructed based on the predictive factors, and the model underwent internal validation.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>In the training cohort, logistic regression revealed that self-perceived health, chronic pain, loneliness, depression, and health-promoting lifestyle were independent predictors of frailty. The Areas Under the Curve (AUC) of the training and validation groups were 0.845 and 0.851, respectively. The calibration curve of the nomogram demonstrated good consistency between predicted and actual probabilities. Decision curve analysis revealed good clinical benefit.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>This study established a predictive model with satisfactory predictive ability, providing empirical evidence for the early detection and intervention of frailty in middle-aged and elderly patients with colorectal cancer. The nomogram model has significant potential for clinical application, as it can be integrated into routine oncology practice to identify high-risk patients early, allowing for timely and individualized interventions to improve patient outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102718"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632063","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Facilitating and limiting factors in the implementation of Revie ⊕ among registered nurses: A multimethod study","authors":"Leila Bergoug ,&nbsp;Assunta Fiorentino ,&nbsp;Gora da Rocha Rodrigues","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102722","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102722","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>People with advanced cancer face long-term physical, psychological, and existential challenges. Revie ⊕ is a life review intervention based on building the strengths and resources of these patients. A randomized clinical trial evaluated the effectiveness of the intervention on self-esteem, well-being, personal development, life satisfaction and perceived interaction with registered nurses. In addition, the research team analysed the process of implementation with registered nurses, which is the subject of the present study. The aim of our study was to describe the facilitating or limiting factors in the implementation of Revie ⊕ with registered nurses in oncology units.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study used a multimethod cross-sectional research design and was conducted in the context of a randomized controlled trial. The selected sample included 57 registered nurses. Organizational readiness for change, satisfaction, and compassion fatigue were measured for the quantitative component, and two focus groups were conducted for the qualitative component.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Organizational readiness for change reveals favourable results conducive to the implementation of Revie ⊕. The professional quality of life measures highlighted high compassion satisfaction and a low risk of burnout and exposure to secondary traumatic stress. Participants with additional postgraduate training felt more strongly that the intervention was evidence-based, considered clinical experience, and respected patient preferences. The analysis of the qualitative data allowed for the extraction of 7 themes and 21 subthemes.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>This study highlighted facilitating and limiting factors in the implementation process of Revie ⊕, good professional quality of life of registered nurses, and supportive preparation for change.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102722"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142640244","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Living with a chronic hematological malignancy: Perspectives on PRO-based management of symptoms","authors":"Maja Pedersen ,&nbsp;Mette Schaufuss Engedal ,&nbsp;Maria Torp Larsen ,&nbsp;Brian Thomas Kornblit ,&nbsp;Kirsten Lomborg ,&nbsp;Mary Jarden","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102713","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102713","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>To explore study participants’ experiences with chronic hematologic malignancies and their perspectives on symptom management based on patient-reported outcomes during follow-up care.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This qualitative descriptive study used semi-structured telephone interviews conducted from May 2022 to February 2023. A purposeful sample was recruited, with participants invited consecutively. Participants were adults ≥18 years diagnosed with a chronic hematological malignancy and participating in a symptom management intervention. Reflexive thematic analysis, as described by Braun and Clarke, was used to perform an inductive analysis of the interview data.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 19 telephone interviews were conducted with 17 participants. Participants had nuanced perspectives on managing life with a chronic and uncommon hematological malignancy reflected in the following themes: not allowing the disease to dominate, struggling to understand and manage the disease, navigating everyday life with the disease, and evaluating impact and tailoring of patient reported outcome-based symptom management.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This study emphasizes the ambiguity of living with a chronic hematological malignancy. Participants strive to prevent the disease from dominating their lives, despite their struggles to understand and manage the disease. The use of patient-reported outcomes in dialogue and targeted symptom management helped participants navigate daily life challenges. These findings underscore important considerations for enhancing follow-up care for patients with chronic hematological malignancies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102713"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142569994","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A feasibility study of a couple-based illness perception intervention for couples coping with colorectal cancer","authors":"Yi Zhang ,&nbsp;Zheng Sun ,&nbsp;Xiaoke Qiu ,&nbsp;Rongyu Li ,&nbsp;Ye Wang ,&nbsp;Jie Zhao ,&nbsp;Qiuping Li","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102723","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102723","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>As a special psychological variable, illness perception significantly affects the cancer adaptions of colorectal cancer couples. No studies focus on facilitating cancer adaption by targeting the illness perception in colorectal cancer couples. This research attempted to explore the feasibility, acceptability, and potential effectiveness of an illness perception intervention program designed for couples with colorectal cancer, guided by a self-regulation common sense model.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A single-group pilot study including pre- and post-testing was carried out with Chinese couples having colorectal cancer. Six sessions were delivered consecutively by researchers via in-person or telephone for couples. By calculating the rates of recruitment and retention, the feasibility of the intervention was analyzed. Intervention acceptability was evaluated by analysis of the post-intervention quantitative and qualitative data. Outcomes were described as illness perception, cancer-related communication problems, dyadic coping, quality of life, anxiety and depression, and benefit finding. Effect sizes were computed to assess the preliminary program effects.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The feasibility was confirmed by the recruitment (67.6%) and retention (82.6%) rates. The acceptability was endorsed by the reported participant satisfaction. Validating the program's preliminary effectiveness, the intervention program has moderate effect sizes (Cohen's d: 0.33–0.79) that boost illness perception and major cancer adjustment results for patients and their spousal caregivers.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>The research proved that the couple-based illness perception intervention among colorectal couples was feasible, acceptable, and initially effective. To investigate this intervention program more thoroughly and apply it to a wider range of disease backgrounds, an extensive randomized controlled experiment is necessary.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102723"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142569980","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Experiences of social burden amongst survivors of breast cancer in Gaza: A qualitative study","authors":"Walaa Ammar-Shehada,&nbsp;Piet Bracke,&nbsp;Melissa Ceuterick","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102716","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102716","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>This qualitative study explores how social-cultural factors can either amplify or attenuate prospects for social support following a breast cancer diagnosis. The aim of the study is to analyse narratives of individuals diagnosed with breast cancer to examine how the illness influences social support and hence their post-illness experiences.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Forty semi-structured interviews, including thirty-eight with breast cancer survivors, are analysed using a grounded theory approach. Data were collected between September 2020 and April 2021.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Participants' perceptions indicate that three main factors influenced experiences and the level of social support received. The first involves stigmatised cancer-related discourses and practices affecting women's social interactions and roles. The second is specific to (ex)married participants. It reveals how the foundation of marriage prior to the illness is a determining and influencing factor in the experience of women after illness. The third demonstrates how specific social identities enable coping, negotiation, and challenging cancer-related stigma, turning their experiences toward positivity.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>The study concludes that breast cancer acts as a figurative magnifying glass, illuminating latent social practices in the community. This highlights the need to nurture existing social bonds or address the fragility of ties within distinct social categories. The research suggests implementing customised support interventions aligned with each group of survivors' unique needs. Furthermore, enhancing awareness within patients' social networks regarding the illness and how to provide support, along with enhancing survivors' financial security through economic empowerment, may contribute to more effective coping with the social consequences of the illness.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102716"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142548811","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Experiences and needs of colorectal cancer survivors in resource-limited countries: A qualitative descriptive study in Syria","authors":"Lina Kafi ,&nbsp;Hammoda Abu-Odah ,&nbsp;Qin Xu","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102715","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102715","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the three most prevalent cancers globally, with incidence rates projected to increase. CRC survivors face various challenges due to the disease and its treatments. However, there is limited evidence on the experiences and needs of CRC survivors in resource-constrained countries. This study aimed to explore the experiences and needs of CRC survivors in Syria and to identify perceived opportunities for improvement.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A descriptive qualitative study design was employed, using semi-structured in-depth interviews with 12 adult CRC survivors who had completed treatment at least 6 months prior, selected through purposive sampling. Data were analyzed using an inductive thematic analysis approach.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The interviews revealed 15 major themes: 11 concerning the experiences of CRC survivors and four related to their needs. The survivors’ experiences included physical burden, psychological expressions, economic burden, social withdrawal, stigmatization, family and friend supports, cultural and social impact, religion and coping mechanisms, relationship with healthcare professionals, support from healthcare system. Their needs encompassed emotional and psychological, informational, financial, and sexual needs.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This study highlights the unpredictable psychological, economic and physical burdens experienced by Syrian CRC survivors. Personalized care plans that address unmet needs of survivors are crucial to improving their quality of life. Prioritizing the development of comprehensive survivorship care plans that address the multifaceted needs of CRC survivors is crucial. Additionally, further qualitative research is essential to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by these survivors and to inform the design of effective interventions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102715"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142538677","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Empowered or challenged? The dual impact of condition-specific electronic Patient-Reported Outcome Measures in the person-centred care of women with breast cancer: A qualitative study","authors":"Stine Thestrup Hansen ,&nbsp;Lone Jørgensen ,&nbsp;Volker-Jürgen Schmidt ,&nbsp;Lotte Gebhard Ørsted ,&nbsp;Karin Piil","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102712","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102712","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>This study aimed to investigate patients' experiences with electronic Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (ePROMs) during follow-up consultations with registered nurses and surgeons in breast cancer care.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A qualitative approach was employed, using focused ethnography with participant observations during patient consultations at a Plastic and Breast Surgery outpatient clinic, followed by individual interviews with the patients. Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis by Braun and Clarke. The discussion was informed by theory on person-centred practice.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 38 participants were included. ePROMs strengthened person-centred practice by nudging patients to reflect on their health, voice their concerns and engage in active dialogue during consultations, particularly regarding body image issues. The relevance and impact of ePROMs were highly dependent on the timing of the patient's treatment trajectory. Patients found that ePROMs were more meaningful and contextually appropriate when completed during late follow-up. This could be because patients faced challenges with ePROMs, including not understanding their purpose, the need for assistance from relatives and instances when ePROMs were not integrated into consultations.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>ePROMs can empower patients by facilitating meaningful discussions about body image and other concerns during postoperative follow-up consultations. However, their effectiveness relies on clear communication and proper integration into clinical practice. The results add to existing litterature by highlighting the dual impact of ePROMs, as they can enhance patient-centred care but also present challenges when their purpose is unclear. The implications for future practice include the need to develop strategies that engage diverse patient groups in the ePROM process, supporting equal access to follow-up care and addressing health disparities.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102712"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142561008","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of an integrated lifestyle intervention for overweight and obese breast cancer survivors: A quasi-experimental study","authors":"Su Jin Seo ,&nbsp;Ju-Hee Nho","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102714","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102714","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>This study aimed to identify the effects of an integrated lifestyle intervention on health-promoting behavior, depression, body composition, and quality of life for overweight and obese breast cancer survivors.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study used a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group pretest-posttest. The participants were 42 overweight and obese breast cancer survivors. An integrated lifestyle intervention was implemented for eight weeks and comprised eight sessions on diet education, physical activity, stress management, and spousal participation. Outcomes for health-promoting behavior, depression, marital intimacy, body composition, natural killer cell activity, and quality of life were measured.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The experimental group scored significantly higher than the control group for health-promoting behavior (t = 2.912, <em>p</em> = .007), marital intimacy (t = 2.306, <em>p</em> = .021), and quality of life (t = 2.559, <em>p</em> = .014). Moreover, depression was significantly lower in the experimental group than in the control group (t = −2.723, <em>p</em> = .013).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This study demonstrated that the integrated lifestyle intervention increased health-promoting behavior, marital intimacy, and quality of life and reduced depression among overweight and obese breast cancer survivors. Integrated lifestyle interventions can have a positive effect in communities and in clinical environment to improve health and quality of life among overweight and obese breast cancer survivors.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102714"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142512470","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The effect of using virtual reality goggles on psychological well-being and care burden of informal caregivers of patients hospitalized in a palliative care clinic","authors":"Yadigar Ordu ,&nbsp;Sakine Yılmaz","doi":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102711","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102711","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>This study was conducted to determine the effect of virtual reality goggles on the psychological well-being and care burden of informal caregivers of patients hospitalized in a palliative care clinic.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Pretest-posttest randomized controlled study. It was conducted from June-October 2023 with 44 informal caregivers (22 in the control, 22 in the intervention group). Caregivers in the intervention group were shown 360° relaxing virtual reality videos with virtual reality goggles for four weeks, three days a week, 30 min per use. The control group did not receive any intervention. Data were collected using the caregiver introduction form, psychological well-being scale, caregiving burden scale, and satisfaction form for virtual reality goggles. Analyses were performed with Independent Sample T-Test and Paired Sample T-Test.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The post-test mean score of the psychological well-being scale of the intervention group was statistically significantly higher than the control group (p &lt; 0.05). The post-test mean score of the caregiving burden scale of the control group was statistically significantly higher than the intervention group (p &lt; 0.05). 68% of the caregivers in the intervention group were very satisfied with using virtual reality goggles. This study revealed that using virtual reality goggles increased psychological well-being and reduced the care burden of informal caregivers of patients hospitalized in a palliative care clinic.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The results of this study have revealed that virtual reality glasses can be used to support informal caregivers in palliative care. This study reveals promising results for improving the quality of patient care by supporting informal caregivers.</div></div><div><h3>ClinicalTrials.gov ID</h3><div>NCT06156540</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51048,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Oncology Nursing","volume":"73 ","pages":"Article 102711"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142433684","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}