title: Evaluation of a Chemotherapy and Medication Education Process for Patients Starting Cancer Treatment.
abstract: A cancer diagnosis, along with accompanying chemotherapy treatments and new medication regimens, can significantly affect patients' overall health, well-being, and quality of life. Chemotherapy and medication teaching that meets patients' learning needs enhances knowledge and supports adherence to instructions. These interventions promote optimal patient outcomes, satisfaction, and overall safety.
authors.affiliation: Creighton University.
authors.forename: Caiti C
authors.initials: CC
authors.lastname: Kean
authors.affiliation: Creighton University.
authors.forename: Lindsay
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Iverson
authors.affiliation: Avera Health.
authors.forename: Amy
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Boylan
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000970:Antineoplastic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D064420:Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions; D005260:Female; D006266:Health Education / Q000379:methods*; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D055118:Medication Adherence / Q000523:psychology*; D008875:Middle Aged; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy*; D010349:Patient Compliance / Q000523:psychology*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011788:Quality of Life / Q000523:psychology*; D014481:United States
chemical_list: D000970:Antineoplastic Agents
keywords: Patient education; chemotherapy; new medications