TITLE:
A Clinical Investigation: Study on Psychosocial Characteristics, Social Support and Intervention Strategies of Outpatient Cancer Pain Patients
AUTHORS:
Aijun Ji, Ruchun Shi, Chen Yu
KEYWORDS:
Outpatient, Cancer Pain, Psychosocial, Social Support
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Cancer Therapy,
Vol.14 No.8,
August
23,
2023
ABSTRACT: Background and
Objective: The presence of pain in cancer patients is a prevalent concomitant
symptom, exerting significant impacts on their physical, psychological, and
social functioning. However, the psychological and social aspects are often
overlooked. This study aims to explore the factors influencing the provision of
psychological and social support for patients experiencing cancer-related pain
while proposing intervention measures to enhance
treatment compliance, confidence levels, and overall quality of life. Materials
and Methods: According to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, a total of 108
patients with moderate to severe advanced cancer pain who had received
outpatient analgesia treatment for at least one month were selected as the
study subjects. The psychological characteristics and social support of these patients were further examined using the
Self-Rating Symptom Scale (SCL-90) and
Social Support Rating Scale (SSRS). The influencing factors were
compared with the national norms. Results: The total score of SCL-90 was
significantly different from that of the domestic norm (P 0.05). Conclusion: Patients with cancer pain are more vulnerable
to physical symptoms, psychological distress, lack of social support, and other
contributing factors. Implementing standardized treatment protocols can
effectively alleviate physical symptoms while also emphasizing the importance of psychosocial interventions to address
negative emotions and enhance social support. By bolstering patient confidence through these measures, we can ultimately
improve treatment outcomes and enhance patients’ overall quality of
life.