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A multi-method review of home-based chemotherapy.
- Source :
- European Journal of Cancer Care; Sep2016, Vol. 25 Issue 5, p883-902, 20p
- Publication Year :
- 2016
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Abstract
- This study summarises research- and practice-based evidence on home-based chemotherapy, and explores existing delivery models. A three-pronged investigation was conducted consisting of a literature review and synthesis of 54 papers, a review of seven home-based chemotherapy programmes spanning four countries, and two case studies within the Canadian province of Ontario. The results support the provision of home-based chemotherapy as a safe and patient-centred alternative to hospital- and outpatient-based service. This paper consolidates information on home-based chemotherapy programmes including services and drugs offered, patient eligibility criteria, patient views and experiences, delivery structures and processes, and common challenges. Fourteen recommendations are also provided for improving the delivery of chemotherapy in patients' homes by prioritising patient-centredness, provider training and teamwork, safety and quality of care, and programme management. The results of this study can be used to inform the development of an evidence-informed model for the delivery of chemotherapy and related care, such as symptom management, in patients' homes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- ANTINEOPLASTIC agents
CANCER chemotherapy
ONCOLOGY nursing
DRUG infusion pumps
DRUG administration
HOME care services
HOME nursing
HOSPITAL health promotion programs
RESEARCH methodology
CASE studies
MEDICAL quality control
MEDICAL referrals
MEDLINE
SCIENTIFIC observation
ONLINE information services
PATIENT education
PATIENT safety
PERSONNEL management
TEAMS in the workplace
SYSTEMATIC reviews
EMPIRICAL research
THEMATIC analysis
RANDOMIZED controlled trials
PATIENT-centered care
PATIENTS' attitudes
NURSE liaisons
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09615423
- Volume :
- 25
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- European Journal of Cancer Care
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 117573269
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/ecc.12408