Table 1 Key content areas and discussion points of the psychoeducational intervention
From: Development of a psychoeducational intervention for people affected by pancreatic cancer
Key content areas | Discussion points |
|---|---|
1. Disease management | • Describe nutrition goals to maintain physical function and quality of life, and when a dietitian consultation may be required |
• Discuss how to manage common symptoms related to pancreatic cancer, promote partnership with the health care team for symptom management, and clarify the role and goals of palliative care services | |
2. Personal and family impact of cancer | • Discuss the impact of cancer on personal and family emotions and relationships, and the importance of maintaining a balance between hopes and fears, and continuing to live life meaningfully |
3. Communication with loved ones and health care providers | • Emphasize the importance of open communication with loved ones and health care providers throughout discussions of other key content areas |
4. Planning for the future | • Explain the importance of advance care planning |
5. Supportive care services | • Describe the available supportive care services offered within the hospital and in the community for the patient and family |