Importance of rehabilitation therapy in clinical cancer nursing

The individualized application of rehabilitation therapy in cancer care is very important. It helps patients cope with the changes of the disease and return to normal life as much as possible by improving their physiological functions, improving their quality of life, and reducing pain and psychological stress. To achieve this goal, medical staff and patients' families need to work together to scientifically develop individualized treatment plans. This is crucial to addressing the health challenges brought by cancer and should be taken seriously.

1. Overview of personalized treatment plans for cancer care

In cancer care, the development of individualized treatment plans is extremely critical. Each patient's condition and physical condition are different, and the recovery path is also different. The individualized treatment of cancer care is mainly developed by the physician team based on the patient's symptoms and physical condition to develop a comprehensive and specific treatment plan, covering a variety of treatment methods such as surgery, radiotherapy or chemotherapy.

The development of an individualized treatment plan requires a comprehensive assessment of the patient's health status, including but not limited to the type, location and size of the tumor, the patient's general health status, personal and family medical history, and daily living habits. The impact of treatment is also taken into consideration, such as the postoperative recovery process and possible complications, and the side effects of chemotherapy or radiotherapy.

In the individualized treatment plan, the nursing team also focuses on the care of patients' emotions and the improvement of their quality of life. For example, psychological counseling activities are held regularly to help patients control negative emotions such as fear and tension; nutritional meal plans are formulated to help patients maintain good physical strength and immunity during treatment. Even during difficult treatment processes, the normal life of patients is maintained as much as possible.

This is a basic overview of individualized treatment plans in oncology care. The following chapters will discuss in more detail the importance and implementation of rehabilitation therapy in clinical care.

2. The important role of rehabilitation therapy in clinical nursing

The importance of rehabilitation therapy in clinical nursing is that it provides comprehensive physical and mental care for patients throughout the entire process of cancer treatment. Rehabilitation therapy not only emphasizes the recovery of pathophysiology, but also includes help in psychological and social functions.

In clinical nursing, rehabilitation therapy can be carried out as early as possible if the patient's physical strength permits, and some targeted physical training can be carried out to prevent rejection muscle weakness caused by prolonged bed rest, maintain basic self-care ability, and prevent various problems encountered during tumor treatment.

Rehabilitation therapy also plays an indispensable role in mental care. Cancer patients often have various psychological problems during the course of the disease, such as fear, anxiety, depression, etc. Psychological support for rehabilitation therapy can help patients adjust their mentality in time, actively cope with the disease, improve compliance with treatment and promote recovery from the disease.

Rehabilitation therapy can also help patients self-manage their diseases, learn to self-monitor their diseases, understand and follow doctors' orders, and enable medical care to truly shift from passive acceptance to active participation, making treatment more comprehensive and humane.

The function of rehabilitation therapy in clinical nursing emphasizes the holistic care concept and holistic treatment concept of nursing work. Under the guidance of evidence-based nursing, it achieves the overall recovery of the patient's physiological, psychological, and social functions, and promotes the humanitarian spirit of caring for life and respecting patients.

3. The role of rehabilitation therapy in improving the physiological functions of cancer patients

Rehabilitation therapy plays an important role in improving the physiological functions of cancer patients. Common cancer treatment methods such as surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, etc., although they can effectively kill tumor cells, may also cause damage to normal cells and affect multiple systems and functions of the body.

Rehabilitation therapy is mainly divided into two aspects: physical rehabilitation and psychological rehabilitation. Physical rehabilitation helps improve the physiological functions of cancer patients by improving muscle strength, mobility, coordination and endurance. In the later stages of treatment, rehabilitation therapy focuses more on restoring the patient's normal physiological functions and improving the quality of life. In this way, rehabilitation therapy not only helps maintain physical functions, but also helps cancer patients gradually adapt to daily life.

Psychological rehabilitation therapy focuses on helping patients adjust their mentality and face the challenges of the disease with flexibility. Appropriate psychological counseling and rehabilitation training can improve patients' psychological conditions, enhance their ability to resist stress, and provide positive psychological support for physical rehabilitation.

As an important part of cancer treatment, rehabilitation therapy has received more and more attention. Through rehabilitation therapy, patients' physical functions and quality of life can be significantly improved. It can also help patients overcome the psychological distress and pressure caused by the disease, thereby improving the overall effect of treatment. An excellent rehabilitation treatment plan should be individualized and comprehensive, taking into account both the individual's physiological condition and the individual's psychological needs.

Conclusion

Rehabilitation therapy plays an important role in cancer care, improving quality of life, restoring function, and even delaying the progression of the disease. The application of rehabilitation therapy can improve the patient's physical and mental condition and enable them to return to society as soon as possible. In the future, it is necessary to further explore the clinical application of rehabilitation therapy to provide better care for cancer patients.

Author: Wang Yuye Shijiazhuang Luancheng People's Hospital