Symptoms, end-of-life preferences, and religiosity in adults with end-stage cancer
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Kathy J. Meyers, MSN, ACNS-BC; Barbara J. Daly, PhD, RN, FAAN -- Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
End stage cancers are devastating, with symptoms that lead to treatments that may not be aligned with the patient's preferences, values and religious underpinnings. This study will inform the reader of the concepts of symptoms, end of life values, and religiosity; while examining their relationships.
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | End of Life Preferences; Religiosity; Symptoms |
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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