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Document Type
Thesis - University Access Only
Award Date
1993
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department / School
Graduate Nursing
First Advisor
Kay Foland
Keywords
cancer radiotherapy, cancer patient education, rural health
Abstract
This researcher investigated the learning needs of patients attending an outpatient Radiation Therapy clinic for cancer" treatment. The problem under investigation was:
What are the knowledge self-care deficits of patients receiving radiation therapy in a rural outpatient setting?
A better understanding of their needs may impact the kinds of educational programs offered to these patients. When patients are at home, caring for themselves, it becomes very important for them and their families to understand their care and to have appropriate resources available to them.
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Cancer -- Radiotherapy
Cancer -- Patients -- Education
Rural health
Format
application/pdf
Number of Pages
60
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Rights
Copyright © 1993 Kim Nearhood. All rights reserved
Recommended Citation
Nearhood, Kim H., "Knowledge Deficits of Radation Therapy Patients in a Rural Setting: A Pilot Study" (1993). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 769.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/769