A R Jazieh1, D Brown. 1. Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock 72205, USA.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Patient education is an important part of caring for cancer patients. Providing educational materials suitable to the particular patient population is crucial. Veterans with cancer represent a population that requires special educational materials. METHODS: A patient information packet (PIP) was developed for veteran cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. The PIP contains information about chemotherapy side effects, when to call for help, available resources, and information about support groups. RESULTS: The PIP was distributed by the oncology pharmacist to 96 newly diagnosed cancer patients. One-month evaluation of 85 patients revealed that 83 had utilized the materials. Thirty-four patients had read the PIP once; 32, twice; ten, three times; and six, four or more times. The PIP had helped 13 patients decide to call the VA Hospital and had helped 16 patients decide whom to call. CONCLUSION: The PIP, developed to meet the specific needs of this patient population, was well received and utilized.
BACKGROUND:Patient education is an important part of caring for cancerpatients. Providing educational materials suitable to the particular patient population is crucial. Veterans with cancer represent a population that requires special educational materials. METHODS: A patient information packet (PIP) was developed for veteran cancerpatients receiving chemotherapy. The PIP contains information about chemotherapy side effects, when to call for help, available resources, and information about support groups. RESULTS: The PIP was distributed by the oncology pharmacist to 96 newly diagnosed cancerpatients. One-month evaluation of 85 patients revealed that 83 had utilized the materials. Thirty-four patients had read the PIP once; 32, twice; ten, three times; and six, four or more times. The PIP had helped 13 patients decide to call the VA Hospital and had helped 16 patients decide whom to call. CONCLUSION: The PIP, developed to meet the specific needs of this patient population, was well received and utilized.
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