Chemotherapy toxicity assessment using a self-report tool.
OBJECTIVE
To improve the data collection process for patients participating in clinical trials and to ensure patient safety.


METHODS
Clinical trial toxicity assessment forms and clinical experience.


RESULTS
A comprehensive self-report form was developed to collect information regarding the toxicity experienced. The form was designed to be easy for patients to complete and nurses/physicians to interpret.


CONCLUSIONS
Preliminary evaluation indicates that a self-administered form provides accurate and more complete information regarding chemotherapy toxicity than a simple patient interview. It is not limited by the setting.


CONCLUSIONS
The self-report form allows the nurse to assess chemotherapy toxicity and to make dose modifications as necessary, regardless of the patient's clinical trial status.
Midwest Cooperative Group Outreach Program (MCGOP), Saint Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, MO.
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Brinkman
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Laubinger
D000971:Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005568:Forms and Records Control; D006801:Humans; D008499:Medical Records