Development and evaluation of an audiovisual information resource to promote self-management of chemotherapy side-effects.
Based on a theoretical framework, we developed an audiovisual resource to promote self-management of eight common chemotherapy side-effects. A patient needs analysis identified content domains, best evidence for preparing patients for threatening medical procedures and a systematic review of effective self-care strategies informed script content. Patients and health professionals were invited to complete a written evaluation of the video. A 25-min video was produced. Fifty health professionals and 37 patients completed the evaluation. All considered the video informative and easy to understand. The majority believed the video would reduce anxiety and help patients prepare for chemotherapy. Underpinned by a robust theoretical framework, we have developed an evidence-based resource that is perceived by both patients and health professionals as likely to enhance preparedness for chemotherapy.
Carey
Mariko
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Supportive Care Research Group, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Locked Bag 1, A'Beckett Street, Victoria, 8006, Australia. Mariko.Carey@petermac.org
Jefford
Michael
M
Schofield
Penelope
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Kelly
Siobhan
S
Krishnasamy
Meinir
M
Aranda
Sanchia
S
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001296:Audiovisual Aids; D064420:Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000379:methods*; D016730:Program Development; D015397:Program Evaluation; D012648:Self Care; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D014739:Victoria