Applied Nursing Research
Volume 18, Issue 3 , Pages 138-147, August 2005

The role of education in managing fatigue, anxiety, and sleep disorders in women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer

Department of Adult Health Nursing, School of Nursing, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27828, USA

Received 15 April 2004; received in revised form 17 July 2004; accepted 26 August 2004.

Abstract 

This study examined the effect of informational audiotapes on patients' self-care behaviors (SCBs) to manage chemotherapy side effects of fatigue, anxiety, and sleep disturbance. Seventy-one women with breast cancer participated. Thirty-three received audiotapes on SCBs to manage side effects. Three telephone interviews were conducted. Overall, women who received education demonstrated more SCBs, a wider range of SCBs, increased use of SCBs over time, and less anxiety. Nursing time for education in busy clinics is minimal. Patient anxiety in the clinic environment interferes with learning. Audiotapes are an effective tool for use at home, providing for teaching and reinforcement of patient education.

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PII: S0897-1897(05)00033-9

doi:10.1016/j.apnr.2004.08.005

Applied Nursing Research
Volume 18, Issue 3 , Pages 138-147, August 2005

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