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ORAL 15 - Outcome Management in Lung Cancer Patients (ID 113)
- Event: WCLC 2015
- Type: Oral Session
- Track: Nursing and Allied Professionals
- Presentations: 8
- Moderators:K. White, M.T. Freeman
- Coordinates: 9/07/2015, 16:45 - 18:15, 102+104+106
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ORAL15.01 - Changes in Symptom Occurrence Rates from Before Through 12 Months Following Lung Cancer Surgery (ID 2877)
16:45 - 16:56 | Author(s): T. Oksholm, C. Miaskowski, T. Rustoen
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Background:
Knowledge about how symptoms change following lung cancer surgery is important. Patients want information about the usual course of recovery including information about when they need to contact their clinician if symptoms persist. To our knowledge, only three studies have evaluated the occurrence of symptoms in patients prior to and following lung cancer surgery. The purpose of this study was to evaluate changes in symptom occurrence from the preoperative period to 1 year after surgery using a multidimensional symptom assessment scale (i.e., Memorial Symptom Assessment Scale (MSAS).
Methods:
Patients were recruited from three university hospitals in Norway. They completed a number of self-report questionnaires prior to and again at 1, 5, 9, and 12 months following surgery. The questionnaires provided information on demographic and clinical characteristics as well as on symptoms. Patients’ medical records were reviewed for disease and treatment information. Descriptive statistics were used to present demographic and clinical characteristics. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to compare the total number of symptoms across the 5 assessments.
Results:
At 12 months after surgery, the sample consisted of 113 (58%) men and 81 (43%) women who had a mean age of 66 years (SD 8.1, range 30 to 86). Findings from the ANOVA demonstrated significant changes in total number of symptoms over time. Compared to the preoperative assessment ( =8.7 + 6.8), patients reported a higher number of symptoms at 1 month ( =12.4 + 6.3), 5 months ( =10.2 + 6.6), 9 months ( =9.3 + 7.0), and 12 months ( =10.6 + 7.2). Post hoc contrasts found no differences in the number of symptoms at the 5, 9, and 12 month assessments. The occurrence of the five of the most frequent symptoms (i.e., pain, lack of energy, shortness of breath (SOB), feeling drowsy, worrying) increased significantly from before to one month after surgery and then decreased at 5 months. At 5 and 12 months, 78% of the patients reported SOB. Lack of energy was reported by 70.8% and 66.5% of the patients at 5 and 12 months, respectively. Forty-seven percent of the patients reported worrying and 65% of the patients reported drowsiness at the 5 and 12 month assessments. Finally, the occurrence of pain decreased from 56% at 5 months to 49% at 12 months. Cough and difficulty sleeping persisted over the first five months of the study. From 5 months to 12 months, 51% continued to report difficulty sleeping. The occurrence of cough was reduced from 60% at 5 months to 54% at 12 months.
Conclusion:
Findings from this study suggest that patients experience a high number of symptoms for up to 12 months after lung cancer surgery. The reduction in symptom burden is relatively modest from 5 to 12 months. These findings can be used to educate patients about the course of postoperative recovery after lung surgery. In addition, clinicians need to assess for these symptoms and develop effective interventions to improve symptom management for this vulnerable group of patients.
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ORAL15.02 - Identification and Management of Unique Immune Mediated Toxicities (ID 221)
16:56 - 17:07 | Author(s): M. Davies, E. Duffield, E. Rowen
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Background:
Various approaches to immunotherapy have shown promise in the treatment of lung cancer. Checkpoint inhibitors have been used to enhance T-cell immune response against lung cancers. The inhibitors include drugs that target cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated antigen 4 (CTLA-4), programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) and programmed cell death protein ligand 1 (PD-L1). Immune checkpoint inhibitors promote t-cell proliferation allowing the immune system to recognize tumor antigens. If the t-cells become over active, they can attack healthy tissue, a process referred to as auto immunity. These adverse events (irAEs) differ from typical cytotoxic therapy side effects. Early identification and management of irAEs can help minimize advanced toxicities. An assessment algorithm was developed to help guide nurses and other health care providers in the assessment and management of irAEs.
Methods:
Immune checkpoint inhibitors are associated with immune related adverse events, referred to as irAEs. Immune checkpoint inhibitors promote t-cell proliferation allowing the immune system to recognize tumor antigens. However, if the t-cells become overactive, they can start to attack healthy tissue, a process referred to as auto-immunity. This process can occur in any organ of the body. Typically it occurs in systems that contain significant T cells. IrAEs are usually low grade. However, grade 3-4 toxicity has been noted in up to 15% of patients across studies. There have been treatment related deaths as a result of unidentified or managed side effects. There are variable patterns of presentation of irAEs. They may occur immediately after infusion or several months after treatment completion or discontinuation. The risk of irAEs may be increased with combination checkpoint therapy and combination with radiation therapy. The mechanism of the adverse event is immune mediated. Therefore, treatment may differ from the traditional management of the symptom. IrAEs are typically managed by drug discontinuation or administration of local or systemic corticosteroids. Hormone replacement may also be necessary for more advanced toxicities. Utilization of monitoring and treatment algorithms is essential for optimal control of irAEs.
Results:
An assessment algorithm was developed to help guide health care providers in the assessment, monitoring and management of immune related adverse events associated with immune checkpoint inhibitors.
Conclusion:
Patients and other healthcare providers must be educated about potential irAEs prior to treatment with checkpoint inhibitors. Members of the multidisciplinary team must be diligent in screening for the onset of irAEs during and after the completion of treatment. Early identification and treatment of irAEs can help minimize the risk for advanced toxicities and long term complications. In some cases, prompt management may allow for re-initiation of treatment.
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Background:
The aim was to investigate the clinical effect and complication incidence of placing femoral venous catheters (FVCs) at different sites in patients with superior vena cava obstruction (SVCO). This study provides a basis for optimized vascular access in SVCO patients.
Methods:
Patients who underwent advanced lung cancer plus SVCO and received initial chemotherapy were treated in our hospital from July 2013 to January 2015. These patients were randomly divided into the observation and control groups. The observation group received “mid-thigh femoral venous catheters,” whereas the control group was treated with “groin femoral venous catheters.” The effect of catheter placement as well as the incidence of complications were compared between these two groups.
Results:
The bleeding scores (2.44±0.62 vs. 1.36±0.49), the retention time (195.08±39.19 days vs. 91.53±32.88 days), the patient comfort scores (4.20±0.87 vs. 1.35±0.91), and the pain scores (1.64±0.91 vs. 2.42±1.08) were all recorded and compared between the observation and control groups. The differences are statistically significant (P<0.001). Moreover, there are statistically significant differences in catheter-associated thrombosis (1.69% vs. 14.55%), catheter entry site infection (1.69% vs. 21.82%), and the incidence of total complications (11.86% vs. 45.45%) between the observation and control groups (P<0.05). However, the differences in both the one-time success rate of catheterization (98.32% vs. 98.18%) and the catheter occlusion (8.48% vs. 9.09%) are not significant between the observation and control groups (P>0.05).
Conclusion:
Compared to groin femoral venous catheters, mid-thigh femoral venous catheters have good catheter placement effect, low complication incidence rate, and little influence on patients’ degree of comfort; therefore, it is a suitable treatment for SVCO patients.
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ORAL15.04 - Discussant for ORAL15.01, ORAL15.02, ORAL15.03 (ID 3405)
17:18 - 17:28 | Author(s): B. Eaby-Sandy
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ORAL15.05 - Using Your Voice (UYV) - How to Use Your Nursing Voice at the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Meeting (ID 1604)
17:28 - 17:39 | Author(s): L. Magee, J. Roberts, V. Beattie, C. De Normanville, D. Borthwick
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Background:
The role of the lung cancer nurse specialist (LCNS) varies across the UK, some working within teams and others as lone workers. Each LCNS brings strengths to the role and are individual in their approach. Over several years the National Lung Cancer Audit has highlighted the association between access to a LCNS and receipt of anti-cancer treatment. In 2013, 65.6% of patients who saw a LCNS received anti-cancer treatment, compared to 27.1% of those who did not see a LCNS[1]. A more detailed analysis has been carried out at Sheffield Hallam University Opening doors to treatment[2]. In the time-pressured setting of a MDT meeting it can be difficult to get your point across. This is where a real impact can be achieved in acting as patient advocate. A joint working initiative between Lilly Oncology and the National Lung Cancer Forum For nurses (NLCFN) has developed with the aim to help improve the contribution of the LCNS in the MDT meeting.
Methods:
LCNSs, particularly those new in post, were invited to apply for a place in the first UYV workshops on 6[th] and 7[th] October 2014 in London. Experienced professionals delivered the UYV programme including: - insights training - building confidence in order to effectively represent your patient in the MDT meeting - developing skills to manage challenging conversations - invaluable communication skills and strategies - greater understanding of Performance Status assessment A 12 week reflection period requiring submission of 3 reflective pieces of work followed the workshops. A mentor scheme was facilitated by 4 NLCFN committee members with teleconference calls organised by Lilly Oncology between the participants, their mentor and expert speakers. A final How you were heard closing workshop 19/01/2015, completed the training.
Results:
20 applications were received and all were offered and accepted a place. Formal evaluation of the workshops will be led by the Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, Sheffield Hallam University using mixed methods of data collection and analysis against: - the extent to which the LCNS feels more confident and competent to effectively influence patient outcomes at the MDT as a result of attending the workshop - the potential impact of using this model of training in comparison to other courses Initial feedback evaluation indicates that 100% of the delegates agreed that the programme was of value to their clinical practise and influenced how likely they are to contribute to the MDT. Emergent themes include perceived power relationships, confidence, self-efficacy and self-belief. Increased insight into own and others communication styles has been enlightening, with improved knowledge and confidence in assessing Performance Status. Post course online survey results are awaited which we are keen to share.
Conclusion:
This collaboration has proved very successful and repeat UYV Workshops for 2015 have been planned. Confidence / self-efficacy development for specialist practitioner roles and inter-professional working will be considered for future development. 1. http://www.hqip.org.uk/assets/NCAPOP-Library/NCAPOP-2014-15/HSCICNLCA-2014finalinteractivereport.pdf 2.http://www.shu.ac.uk/research/hsc/sites/shu.ac.uk/files/REVISED%20FINAL%20DRAFT%20GNC%20T%20LCNS%207%203%2014%20(2).pdf
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Background:
Lung cancer is the most common smoking-related malignancy in the UK. Smoking cessation can improve survival, treatment efficacy and overall quality of life. The Lung Cancer Nurse Specialist (LCNS) is in a unique position to assess smoking history and the motivation/willingness of the patient to quit. The aim of this audit is to assess the effectiveness of the LCNS at assessing, actioning and documenting the smoking history and smoking cessation input of patients attending the Papworth Thoracic Oncology Service (PATHOS).
Methods:
A formic form was designed to include the audit criterion and aid data collection. Patients attending PATHOS from 01/09/2012 to 07/12/2012, with suspected or confirmed lung cancer, underwent a smoking assessment by one of 6 LCNSs.
Results:
Of 199 patients attending PATHOS 148 were suspected of having primary lung cancer. 118 (80%) had smoking audit forms completed by the LCNS. Of the 30 patients where no audit form was completed, 29 had smoking history recorded in nursing documentation and actioned as appropriate, 1 patient had no smoking history recorded. Expected audit standards of 100% were: All LCNSs (keyworkers) will have level 1 smoking cessation training - 83% (5/6) All patients assessed will have smoking assessment documented in holistic care plan - 80% (118/148) LCNS will discuss with all smokers the benefits of cessation and document - 100% (32/32) All smokers will be offered the NHS leaflet “It’s so much easier since I quit” or individualised Information Prescription and document in holistic assessment care plan - 97% (31/32) All smokers willing to consider quitting will be signposted to a smoking cessation service / GP clinic / National Helpline - 67% (18/27) Via audit forms received 16 (14%) patients never smoked, 70 (59%) ex-smokers, 32 (27%) current smokers. Of the current smokers the mean age to start smoking was 16.5 years. 21 (66%) smoked within 30 minutes of waking, 3 (9%) 31-60 minutes of waking and 8 (25%) after 60 minutes. 27 (84%) of smokers were willing to quit.
Conclusion:
Smoking cessation is an integral part of the LCNS role to help improve clinical outcomes and effectiveness. Meeting patients at various stages of the diagnosis and treatment pathway they are in a privileged position to affect change. Continued skill developments and improved understanding of smoking cessation strategies will increase their effectiveness. Recommendations: All LCNS to complete smoking cessation training level 1 and level 2 training within 1 year with annual update. Use: Ask / Assess / Advise / Assist / Arrange protocol to assist smoking cessation intervention. Nursing notes to include assessment of patient's progress in smoking cessation in order to monitor impact of intervention. Include smoking cessation advice as part of hospital Comissioning for Quality and Innovation (CQUIN).
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ORAL15.07 - I Am Dying of Mesothelioma (ID 2698)
17:50 - 18:01 | Author(s): C.A. Davies, N. Horne
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Malignant Mesothelioma is a devastating disease associated with poor outcome and highly complex symptoms. The disease is frequently linked to past asbestos exposure, for many via occupational exposure. A Mesothelioma patient approached the lung cancer CNS expressing his wish to share his experience with others. Therafter, with the patient's consent, the content of this information continues to be used as an educational tool to enhance patient care.
Methods:
The format agreed was interview. Consent obtained. For maximum impact the interview was video recorded. It followed the patient story, told in his words from beginning to present: 1. Investigations and diagnosis 2. Treatment 3. The here and now It was very important to both authors that this be the patient’s story. Technical support used was recommended by Macmillan.
Results:
Diagnostic delays Angry cause occupational exposure. Imperitive doctors ask! Told Mesothelioma. No Cure. Devistated Prognosis 2 years: Chemotherapy recommended. ‘It was bad. If someone had said to me do you want to die, I would have said yes’. Lack of support group – all dying! Supportive lung nurses . Breathless – ‘Cannot walk anymore, have to take car’. ‘Unable to talk in groups, too breathless’. I’d rather put up with pain than take something stronger’ which takes away my quality of life. ‘Know things will get worse’. ‘I’m remote from my wife’. ‘I have a death sentence’. ‘I’m living it and at the end of it I’m gone’.
Conclusion:
A patient story is emotive and powerful. This story highlights in part the complexities associated with the Mesothelioma pathway. It also identifies various multifaceted difficulties patient’s face. This video is used as an educational tool for professionals in mesothelioma care within the UK.
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ORAL15.08 - Discussant for ORAL15.05, ORAL15.06, ORAL15.07 (ID 3406)
18:01 - 18:11 | Author(s): M. Duffy
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ED 12 - Caring for the Lung Cancer Patient (ID 12)
- Event: WCLC 2015
- Type: Education Session
- Track: Nursing and Allied Professionals
- Presentations: 1
- Moderators:A. Fraser, M. Turner
- Coordinates: 9/09/2015, 14:15 - 15:45, 108+110+112
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ED12.04 - The Role of the Occupational Therapist in the Care of Lung Cancer Patients (ID 1821)
15:12 - 15:25 | Author(s): K. White
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Occupational therapists are integral members of the lung cancer multidisciplinary team, working with lung cancer patients in the inpatient hospital setting, hospital outpatient clinics and in the community. The focus of the occupational therapist is on enabling an individual’s participation in chosen everyday activities (Morgan DD and White KM, 2012). For people living with metastatic lung cancer, this focus is on enabling continued participation in the face of functional decline and increasing symptom burden. This focus can also encompass rehabilitation for people who have undergone curative treatment for their lung cancer, with the aim of facilitating a return to previous chosen and meaningful roles. Occupational therapists can assist people living with lung cancer prioritise their goals while managing the side effects of treatment. They also have a vital role in assisting the person living with lung cancer as their function changes with progressive disease. People living with lung cancer experience high symptom burden, which can include refractory breathlessness, fatigue and pain (Yang P et al., 2012). There is a growing body of evidence for occupational therapy interventions for people living with cancer to assist with symptom management and many of these interventions are applicable for people living with lung cancer (Morgan DD and White KM, 2012). Interventions utilised by occupational therapists when working with people living with lung cancer include task analysis, task modification, equipment prescription, priority setting and relaxation therapy. The occupational therapist is in a unique position to facilitate mastery of non-pharmacological interventions to assist in the management of refractory breathlessness and fatigue. It is important to teach techniques early in the lung cancer trajectory, to ensure mastery prior to the escalation of symptoms. This assists with preventing decreasing function and supports the engagement of the individual in valued activities (White KM, 2013). Occupational therapy management of breathlessness has been extensively researched in chronic lung conditions. The work of Migliore Norweg et al (Migliore Norweg A et al., 2005)focuses on interventions targeting improvement in everyday function for people living with COPD through mastery of breathing techniques and task modification. These interventions focus on managing breathlessness during activities that provoke breathlessness. Participation in pulmonary rehabilitation programmes is an established form of care for people with chronic lung disease. There is now a growing interest in the role of pulmonary rehabilitation to optimise function pre and post surgery for lung cancer (Pasqua F et al., 2013), as well as the role of exercise generally for people living with lung cancer (Bade BC et al., 2015, Lin Y et al., 2014, Cheville AL et al., 2012). The use of rehabilitation programmes for people living with cancer are being reported more frequently in the literature, and the occupational therapist is identified as a key team member (Silver JK and Gilchrist LS, 2011). Energy conservation techniques are useful in managing both fatigue and breathlessness. The occupational therapist completes a detailed assessment, including task analysis of how the person completes their everyday activities. This then informs interventions which can include behaviour and task modification, relaxation techniques, biofeedback, prescription of adaptive techniques and environmental modifications (White, 2013). Those living with advanced lung cancer may not have the time, energy or function to achieve full mastery of fatigue and breathlessness management techniques. Using adaptive equipment can be an effective and immediate way of improving function and assisting with symptom management for people living with advanced lung cancer. Conclusion Occupational therapy interventions aim to improve and optimise a person’s participation in everyday activities (World Federation of Occupational Therapy, 2010). Internationally, there are few occupational therapists that specialise in the field of lung cancer. This has led to a paucity of evidence and research into occupational therapy interventions that may benefit people living with lung cancer. Many interventions utilised by occupational therapists have a research base in non-malignant conditions and nursing literature. It is critical that occupational therapists build on this evidence and continue to research the efficacy of interventions used to optimise function for people living with lung cancer. The focus of occupational therapy interventions for people living with lung cancer is on enabling continued participation in valued and chosen activities in the face of functional decline and increasing symptom burden. 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