Table 2 Problem list of cancer surgery patients (n = 432)
Variables | Categories | n (%) |
|---|---|---|
Physical Concerns | ||
| Â | External appearance | 63 (14.6) |
Bathe/Dress | 45 (10.4) | |
Respiration | 54 (12.5) | |
Urinary changes | 47 (10.9) | |
Constipation | 63 (14.6) | |
Diarrhea | 34 (7.9) | |
Eat | 99 (22.9) | |
Fatigue | 116 (26.9) | |
Edema | 36 (8.3) | |
Fever | 29 (6.7) | |
Dizziness | 15 (3.5) | |
Indigestion | 52 (11.8) | |
Pain in the mouth | 26 (6.0) | |
Nausea | 75 (17.4) | |
Nasal dryness/ congestion | 38 (8.8) | |
Pain | 129 (29.9) | |
Sex | 28 (6.5) | |
Dry skin | 65 (15.0) | |
Numbness in hands/feet | 42 (9.7) | |
Limited physical movement | 103 (23.8) | |
Practical Concerns | ||
| Â | No time to care for children/elderly | 91 (21.1) |
No time or energy for housework | 81 (18.8) | |
Financial problems | 176 (40.7) | |
Transportation | 84 (19.4) | |
Work/Study | 86 (19.9) | |
Surroundings | 176 (40.7) | |
Emotional Concerns | ||
| Â | Depression | 65 (15.0) |
Fear | 103 (23.8) | |
Loneliness | 45 (10.4) | |
Nervousness | 175 (40.5) | |
Sadness | 90 (20.8) | |
Worry | 226 (52.3) | |
Loss of interest in daily activities | 60 (13.9) | |
Sleep | 142 (32.9) | |
Memory/Concentration | 64 (14.8) | |
Family Concerns | ||
| Â | Getting along with children/elderly | 36 (8.3) |
Getting along with your partner | 58 (13.4) | |
Getting along with friends and family | 34 (7.9) | |
Getting along with medical staff | 40 (9.3) | |
Religious | ||
| Â | Religious | 2 (0.5) |