Cancer is a disease that deteriorates not only physical health, but also the psychological, social and spiritual health of people. Especially, when it comes to children. Their coping responses are not the same as those of an adult. Consequently, it is important for nursing care staff to have the too...
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| Summary: | Cancer is a disease that deteriorates not only physical health, but also the psychological, social and spiritual health of people. Especially, when it comes to children. Their coping responses are not the same as those of an adult. Consequently, it is important for nursing care staff to have the tools of knowing, being and doing, that allow a comprehensive approach.
Literature review in databases: ProQuest, Science Direct, Dialnet, and Google Scholar. Eleven studies related to the child population were included. Eleven documents were selected that developed three categories: pharmacological interventions, non-pharmacological interventions, and combined interventions, demonstrating that the quality of life for infants and their families can be optimized.
In conclusion, non-pharmacological interventions, such as music therapy, physical exercise, massage, family environment, among others, are important for people, respecting their own characteristics and needs. In relation to non-pharmacological intervention, it prioritizes pain relief, organ defense and prolongs the life of the infant with cancer; and combined interventions allow for integrality in care, promoting the comfort and confidence of the family. |
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