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Physical and Psychological Effects of a 12-Session Cancer Rehabilitation Exercise Program

Tricia M. Smith
Christine N. Broomhall
Anne R. Crecelius
CJON 2016, 20(6), 653-659 DOI: 10.1188/16.CJON.653-659
Background: The positive effects of regular exercise for cancer survivors are becoming increasingly apparent. However, comprehensive examination of the benefits of modest levels of physical activity is somewhat lacking. Objectives: This study aimed to test the hypothesis that participating in a 12-...
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Fatigue Self-Management Behaviors in Patients With Advanced Cancer: A Prospective Longitudinal Survey

Raymond Javan Chan
Patsy Yates
Alexandra L. McCarthy
ONF 2016, 43(6), 762-771 DOI: 10.1188/16.ONF.762-771
Purpose/Objectives: To explore the fatigue self-management behaviors and factors associated with effectiveness of these behaviors in patients with advanced cancer. Design: Prospective longitudinal interviewer-administered survey. Setting: Royal Brisbane and Womenʼs Hospital in Queensland, Australia...
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Genomic Variants Associated With Cancer-Related Fatigue: A Systematic Review

Joseph D. Tariman
Sadaf Dhorajiwala
CJON 2016, 20(5), 537-546 DOI: 10.1188/16.CJON.537-546
Background: Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is the most common stressful side effect caused by cancer and cancer treatments. Although CRF causes a significant burden to quality of life, no pharmacologic interventions are available because the mechanism remains unknown. Objectives: This systematic...
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Using Relaxation and Guided Imagery to Address Pain, Fatigue, and Sleep Disturbances: A Pilot Study

Angela K. Nooner
Kathleen Dwyer
Lise DeShea
Theresa P. Yeo
CJON 2016, 20(5), 547-552 DOI: 10.1188/16.CJON.547-552
Background: Few studies have been conducted on the use of patient-controlled relaxation and guided imagery interventions for the symptom cluster of pain, fatigue, and sleep disturbance during cancer treatment. Objectives: The primary aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability...
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Energy Through Motion©: An Evidence-Based Exercise Program to Reduce Cancer-Related Fatigue and Improve Quality of Life

Katie Huether
Linda Abbott
Laura Cullen
Liz Cullen
Ami Gaarde
CJON 2016, 20(3), E60-E70 DOI: 10.1188/16.CJON.E60-E70
Background: Evidence supports addressing cancer-related fatigue (CRF) with activity. Activity promotion is feasible during and following cancer treatment and improves patient outcomes. Objectives: This project provided an evidence-based activity program for adult cancer survivors after treatment to...
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