Sjuksköterskans omvårdnadsåtgärder vid cancer hos barn - en litteraturstudie

Abstract

Every year 300 children in Sweden are diagnosed with cancer, but through research and successful clinical work 70 % of the children survive their cancer. Aim: To illuminate nursing care of children with cancer. Method: The study was carried out as a general literature study through systematic review and analyse of 18 scientific articles. Result: The analysis resulted in five themes: Support, play as a psychological assistance, alternatives to alleviation of pain, nutrition and relieving symptoms of fatigue.Conclusion: It is important that the nurse has knowledge about the children and their family’s experiences when dealing with a cancer illness to provide the children with adequate care. There is need for further research about the child´s own experiences.