Defining the Symptom Cluster: How Far Have We Come?
- PMID: 27776831
- DOI: 10.1016/j.soncn.2016.08.001
Defining the Symptom Cluster: How Far Have We Come?
Abstract
Objectives: To examine the evolution of the concept of the symptom cluster through literature synthesis and identify knowledge gaps.
Data sources: Published literature.
Conclusion: A robust body of research has developed showing that clusters of symptoms can be identified empirically with modest evidence of convergence across methods. The science would benefit from a coordinated effort of qualitative studies to ensure that appropriate symptoms are evaluated; empirical symptom cluster identification studies building upon qualitative work; and subgroup identification studies based on empirically defined symptom clusters.
Implications for nursing practice: Work is needed to demonstrate the value of symptom cluster identification in guiding symptom assessment and management for cancer patients and survivors.
Keywords: cancer; cancer-related symptoms; symptom cluster.
Copyright © 2016 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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