Breast Cancer Diagnosis: The Psychosocial and Educational Needs

Breast cancer is overwhelmingly common. In fact, in 2013, there were an estimated 3,053,450 women living with female breast cancer in the united states (Howlader et al., 2013). This disease has such an immense impact on the lives that it touches. Therefore, it should be taken seriously and preventions should not be neglected. The purpose for this paper is to explore my health behavior change in regards to breast cancer prevention, while utilizing my support system. I will also apply the nursing process throughout my discussion about the behavior change.

The effect of a nursing intervention on promoting self-care ability in breast cancer patients after breast surgery

Breast cancer affects one in every nine women in Britain, 45,000 women every year are diagnosed with it in some form or stage of development. Life style and cognitive interventions, i.e. counselling and psychotherapy can play an important part in how the patient deals with cancer in their lives and how they recover.

The study was composed of two groups. The control group received the usual breast cancer care. The experimental group received the usual care and some additional components including four teaching sessions completed within the first month and regular follow-up calls. Intervention

Women who experience lymphedema after breast and lymph node removal often experience many physical and psychological struggles, that no one will quite understand unless you are the one living with the condition. More women are being diagnosed with breast cancer, or finding out they are carriers of the gene for breast cancer than ever before. Technology has allowed for earlier detection and better treatment options, with increasing survivor rates. As the survival numbers increase and more women are living with the aftermath of breast cancer treatment. Initial cancer treatment is not always life long, but the side effects to treatment can be. Women who experience lymphedema will likely experience a variety of emotional, physical, and psychological changes, some of theses changes are not able to be put in perspective until one researches it or experiences it for themselves.

Breast can be intervened if caught on at an early stage. The problems encountered with breast cancer is that some women are not taking proactive measures to detect early indications of cancer, through clinical breast self-examination

Women may experience a range of emotions with the diagnosis as well as throughout the treatment as a result of breast cancer, such as: sadness, anger, fear and guilt. Therefore, it is essential to closely monitor the client for their psychosocial adjustment to the diagnosis and treatment, and identifying those that need further psychological interventions (Boehmke & Dickerson, 2006). This includes being aware of the impact the diagnosis will have on the family members and loved ones; as their support is warranted as possible caregivers during the process. Appropriate nursing diagnoses for a woman with a new verdict of breast cancer may include (but not limited to): disturbed body image related to loss of hair due to chemotherapy; fear related to the diagnosis and prognosis of the disease; and knowledge deficit of cancer treatment options and reconstructive surgery. Other diagnosis will be added and removed as the patient decides if she wants treatment; and the psychological, psychosocial, and physical changes that may affect her quality of life. For instance, after a mastectomy the patient may have a nursing diagnosis of: risk for disturbed body

In addition to letting participants know how the mentor-mentee matching process works and what is expected of you in your role as a mentor, this day-long workshop is intended to provide a solid grounding in the basics of breast cancer and ways to offer support in a manner that is truly helpful and empowering to those struggling to cope with a recent diagnosis or with issues at any point during treatment or recovery. Please set this date aside if you haven’t taken our training, and RSVP with me.

Audience Link: There is a large amount of men and women who are diagnosed with breast cancer everyday but they usually don’t know how it forms and ways it can be treated. Breast cancer is a very serious disease that shouldn’t be taken likely. Even if you do not have breast cancer, chances are that you know or will

First a look back: In October, many of us at the Coalition had the pleasure of attending the 3rd Annual Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Seminar right here in Rochester. This event was developed and produced by Physicians and Laypersons Educational Associates of Greater Rochester New York (PLEA of GRNY) an organization founded by mother and son physicians, Dr. Ruby Belton and Dr. Douglas Belton Jr. PLEA of GRNY represents a union of multidisciplinary breast cancer care physicians, other medical caregivers, and laypeople. This seminar offered us a chance to learn about emerging trends in breast cancer treatment, as well as receive updates about current treatments. The multidisciplinary approach meant that physicians specializing in diagnostic radiology, surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, plastic surgery and survivorship presented on topics about their specialty areas throughout the evening. It was a treat to have many of our well-known providers front and center at the dais or on the panel. We also heard from a lawyer who presented on the legal aspects of Governor Cuomo’s new

Last month, there was a female patient who needed a lot of attention from the staff members. She was diagnosed with breast cancer. On the first day of the treatment,

Another theory that will guide this program is the Social Cognitive Theory which assess whether the participants have the knowledge and skills that will enable them to perform the monthly self-breast exams, the inclination to know when to seek medical care, and the ability to get to their appointments. What they expect to receive from the breast cancer screening and their feelings about what their family and friends think about the screening process and breast cancer will be explored. The focus of the program is to empower the participants so that they will take ownership in the decision-making process. The program will take a look at the environmental and personal behavior risk factors and try to help the participant to make better choices

The lack of knowledge regarding breast cancer symptoms puts the health of many women, especially the older ones at risks.

Breast cancer is the second leading cancer killer among women, after lung cancer (Breast Cancer , 2014). Cancer is a word that puts fear in many people, especially if they have family members who have either died or survived the disease. No one wants to hear that he or she has been diagnosed with any disease, especially cancer. Many women do not take breast cancer serious until they are diagnosed. Sadly, once diagnosed with this epidemic, a person’s life is altered forever. Breast cancer does not discriminate and can happen to anyone at any age. To prevent this disease, one must take the necessary precautions to lower the risk factors. In fact, there are several local and national events to remind people of breast cancer’s existence. Many

While the completion of treatment is excitedly anticipated, many cancer survivors would still be disturbed by the emotional and physical tribulation of their breast cancer trajectory (Surbone & Peccatori, 2006). This is because, the impact of cancer remains long even after treatment ended. Besides the common issues that accompany any cancer diagnosis, breast cancer survivors also have to deal with exclusive concerns such as decreased sexual function, relationship issues, fears about genetic inheritability of cancer and complications from this disease such as lymphedema (Hodgkinson, Butow, Fuchs, et al., 2007). Therefore, the completion of treatment does not equate to lesser need for health care. Long term health issues related to breast cancer survivors have thus emerged as a public health concern.