Detecting Distress: Introducing Routine Screening in a Gynecologic Cancer Setting .

Detecting Distress: Introducing Routine Screening in a Gynecologic Cancer Setting
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Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2017 Feb 01;21(1):79-85

Authors: O'Connor M, Tanner PB, Miller L, Watts KJ, Musiello T

Abstract
BACKGROUND: Cancer results in a wide range of challenges that contribute to patient distress. Detecting distress in patients can result in improved patient outcomes, and early intervention can avoid patients having unmet needs. 
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OBJECTIVES: The aims were to determine the prevalence of distress in patients with gynecologic cancers, identify specific problems, and explore staff perceptions of distress screening.
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METHODS: A mixed-methods design was used. Quantitative data were collected on distress levels and problems. Qualitative interviews were conducted with healthcare professionals.
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FINDINGS: Sixty-six percent of women scored 4 or greater on the Distress Thermometer, which was used as the indicator for follow-up or referral. A third reported low distress, and the same proportion was highly distressed. The top five problems identified by participants were nervousness, worry, fears, fatigue, and sleep problems.

PMID: 28107329 [PubMed - in process]

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