ArticleCanadian oncology nursing journal = Revue canadienne de nursing oncologique2017
The role of oncology nurse navigators in enhancing patient empowerment within the diagnostic phase for adult patients with lung cancer.
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- A lung cancer nurse specialist conceptual model of practice: a mixed methods study.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2025Article
- An integrative review on the oncology nurse navigator role in the Canadian context.Canadian oncology nursing journal = Revue canadienne de nursing oncologique · 2023Article
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Abstract
objectiveThe objective of this study was to explore the role of oncology nurse navigators (ONN) in enhancing patient empowerment for adult patients with lung cancer during the diagnostic phase of cancer care.
designA qualitative descriptive design was used. Data were gathered through individual patient interviews and a focus group with the ONNs.
resultsEight individuals participated: four adult patients with lung cancer and four oncology nurse navigators. Themes regarding the clinical functions of the ONN role in enhancing patient empowerment were identified: patient advocate, educational support, personalized symptom management, and resource navigation.
conclusionONNs are in a key position to adapt their practice to the emotional and supportive care needs required to promote patient and family empowerment.
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