A Nursing Educational Intervention to Improve Antiestrogen Adherence and Self-Management of Side Effects

Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2022 Nov 18;26(6):606-611. doi: 10.1188/22.CJON.606-611.

Abstract

Antiestrogens prescribed to reduce breast cancer risk or recurrence can have undesirable musculoskeletal side effects that may lead to early discontinuation of therapy. Previous studies have not focused on nurse-led assessmen.

Keywords: antiestrogen; breast cancer survivor; musculoskeletal; patient education; quality of life.

MeSH terms

  • Breast Neoplasms* / drug therapy
  • Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions*
  • Estrogen Receptor Modulators / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Self-Management*

Substances

  • Estrogen Receptor Modulators