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Enhancing quality of life among head and neck cancer survivors with nurse-led care during radiotherapy.

Padmavathy Murugan, Vijayasree T N, Shankar Shanmugam Rajendran, Duraikannu Anandhi, Vasanth Pandian Thommai Antony Savari Muthu, Pradeepa Govindharaj, Athya Mohammed Sulthan

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Padmavathy MuruganDepartment of Medical Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, Madras Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr .MGR Medical University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Vijayasree T NDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Madras Medical College & RGGGH, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Shankar Shanmugam RajendranDepartment of Child Health Nursing, College of Nursing, Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Duraikannu AnandhiDepartment of Medical Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, Madras Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr .MGR Medical University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Vasanth Pandian Thommai Antony Savari MuthuDepartment of Medical Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Pradeepa GovindharajDepartment of Medical Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Athya Mohammed SulthanDepartment of Medical Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

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Abstract

The ongoing physical, emotional, and social challenges faced by head and neck cancer (HNC) survivors and their caregivers, particularly after completing treatment is of interest. It should be noted that traditional medical care often overlooks this issue. This study evaluated the effectiveness of nurse-led survivorship care for patients with head and neck cancer (HNC) in managing pain, fatigue and supporting caregivers. A 21-day intervention program, comprising exercises, therapy and educational sessions, significantly reduce pain and fatigue in the experimental group (p < 0.05). Caregiver interviews revealed emotional stress, lack of preparedness and a need for structured support. The intervention helped caregivers cope better by providing guidance and support. Incorporating nurse-led survivorship care into routine practice can significantly improve patient recovery and overall survivorship outcomes.

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caregiver experiencefatiguehead and neck cancerNurse-led survivorship carepainradiation therapy

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PMCPMC12697517

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