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Recognizing European cancer nursing: Protocol for a systematic review and meta‐analysis of the evidence of effectiveness and value of cancer nursing
Author(s) -
Campbell Pauline,
Torrens Claire,
Kelly Daniel,
Charalambous Andreas,
DomenechCliment Nuria,
Nohavova Iveta,
Östlund Ulrika,
Patiraki Elisabeth,
Salisbury David,
Sharp Lena,
Wiseman Theresa,
Oldenmenger Wendy,
Wells Mary
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
journal of advanced nursing
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.948
H-Index - 155
eISSN - 1365-2648
pISSN - 0309-2402
DOI - 10.1111/jan.13392
Subject(s) - systematic review , psychological intervention , protocol (science) , medicine , meta analysis , medline , nursing , nursing research , cancer , intervention (counseling) , grey literature , evidence based practice , psychology , alternative medicine , pathology , political science , law
Aim To identify, appraise and synthesize the available evidence relating to the value and impact of cancer nursing on patient experience and outcomes. Background There is a growing body of literature that recognizes the importance and contribution of cancer nurses, however, a comprehensive review examining how cancer nurses have an impact on care quality, patient outcomes and overall experience of cancer, as well as cost of services across the entire cancer spectrum is lacking. Design A systematic review and meta‐analysis using Cochrane methods. Methods We will systematically search 10 electronic databases from 2000, with pre‐determined search terms. No language restrictions will be applied. We will include all randomized and controlled before‐and‐after studies that compare cancer nursing interventions to a standard care or no intervention. Two reviewers will independently assess the eligibility of the studies and appraise methodological quality using the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool. Disagreements will be resolved by discussion and may involve a third reviewer if necessary. Data from included studies will be extracted in accordance with the Template for intervention Description and Replication reporting guidelines. Missing data will be actively sought from all trialists. Data will be synthesized in evidence tables and narrative to answer three key questions. If sufficient data are available, we will perform meta‐analyses. Discussion This review will allow us to systematically assess the impact of cancer nursing on patient care and experience. This evidence will be used to determine implications for clinical practice and used to inform future programme and policy decisions in Europe.