Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Factors Influencing Treatment Decisions in Ghana
Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Factors Influencing Treatment Decisions in Ghana
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DOI：
10.1080/07399332.2014.911299
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发表时间：
2015-05-04
影响因子：
1.4
通讯作者：
Clegg-Lamptey, Joe Nat A.
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作者：
Aziato, Lydia;Clegg-Lamptey, Joe Nat A.
这项研究的研究人员探讨了乳腺癌妇女的反应，并确定了影响治疗决定的因素。采用了定性探索方法。参与者是从一家三级医院和一个乳腺癌支持小组招募的。有目的的抽样招募了12名女性。结果发现，妇女偶然或故意发现乳腺病变，诊断被延误。对诊断的情绪反应包括震惊和悲伤。影响治疗的因素是其他人的影响，治疗的替代来源，信仰和支持，知识，“调整思想”和对亲密关系的影响。卫生专业人员应该为客户开发有效的沟通和咨询技能。
Researchers in this study explored the reactions of women with breast cancer and identified factors influencing treatment decisions. A qualitative exploratory approach was employed. Participants were recruited from a tertiary hospital and a breast cancer support group. Purposive sampling recruited 12 women. It was found that women identified breast lesions accidentally or intentionally and that diagnosis was delayed. Emotional reactions to diagnosis included shock and sadness. Factors that influenced treatment were the influence of other people, alternative sources of treatment, faith and support, knowledge, "tuning the mind," and effects on intimacy. Health professionals should develop effective communication and counseling skills for clients.