Cancer
Conditions
Keywords
cancer patient, perceived stress, pain, patient satisfaction
Brief summary
The objective of this study was to ascertain the impact of stress ball utilisation on perceived stress, pain and satisfaction levels during port catheter intervention in cancer patients. In this study, which was conducted in a randomised controlled design, a control group of cancer patients receiving chemotherapy (n=37) was assigned to receive standard care during port catheter needle insertion. An intervention group (n=37) was also formed, comprising patients who received stress ball application in addition to standard care. The intervention group was provided with a stress ball in both hands five minutes prior to the insertion of the port catheter needle and instructed to squeeze the ball in their hands at regular intervals until the conclusion of the procedure. Prior to the application, the descriptive characteristics of both groups were ascertained, and their perceived stress levels were assessed. Subsequently, the pain and perceived stress levels of both groups were documented. Additionally, the satisfaction levels of the intervention group regarding the stress ball application were evaluated.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALstress ball
The intervention group was provided with a stress ball to be held in both hands for a period of five minutes prior to the insertion of the port catheter needle. They were instructed to squeeze the ball in their hands at regular intervals until the conclusion of the procedure.
Sponsors
Izmir Bakircay University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
QUADRUPLE (Subject, Caregiver, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
Intervention model description
Randomized controlled experimental study
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* 18 years and older * Diagnosed with cancer * Undergoing active chemotherapy * Willing to participate in the research .
Exclusion criteria
* Communication difficulties * Complaints of peripheral neuropathy * Refusal to participate in the research
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| perceived stress level | baseline and end of the port catheterisation procedure (mean time 10 minutes) | Perceived Stress Scale: The Perceived Stress Scale, comprising a total of 14 items, has been developed to assess the degree to which an individual perceives specific circumstances in their life as stressful. The scale is a 5-point Likert-type scale, with each item ranging from Never (0) to Very often (4). The total score obtained from the scale is indicative of the individual's stress level. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| pain level | End of the port catheterisation procedure (mean time 10 minutes) | The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS): The Visual Analogue Scale is a frequently employed instrument for the assessment of pain intensity. It is a unidimensional scale with a length of 0-10 cm. The scale is anchored at 0 cm, which is defined as no pain, and 10 cm, which is defined as unbearable pain. As the score obtained from the scale increases, the pain intensity also increases. |
Other
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| patient satisfaction level | End of the port catheterisation procedure (mean time 10 minutes) | Visual Analog Scale-Satisfaction Level (VAS): The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), comprising a 10-cm line, represents a valid and reliable instrument for measuring subjective emotions such as mood. In this study, a visual analogue scale (VAS) was employed as a means of evaluating patient satisfaction levels. |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed