Impact of Technology on Physical Activity Levels of Childhood Cancer Survivors: A Systematic Review.

Objectives: Childhood cancer survivors often experience long-term health challenges like muscle weakness and obesity. Physical activity is essential for alleviating these effects, and technological interventions are being recommended to promote physical activity. This systematic review aimed to evaluate technological interventions' impact on childhood cancer survivors' PA levels.

A qualitative exploration of nurses' views on technology-based interventions in pediatric oncology care.

Objectives: Recent technological advancements offer tools for pediatric oncology care, but their integration into clnical practice is still under research. This study aimed to explore pediatric oncology nurses' perspectives on integrating technology-based interventions into care.

Methods: A descriptive phenomenological qualitative study was conducted with 13 pediatric oncology nurses.

Experiences of Parents of Children with Cancer in the Diagnosis Process: A Qualitative Study.

This study aimed to describe the experiences of parents of children with cancer in the diagnosis process. A descriptive qualitative research design and content analysis method were used. Eleven parents participated in the study.

The Relationship Between Digital Game Addiction and Levels of Anxiety and Depression in Adolescents Receiving Cancer Treatment.

Background: Adolescents diagnosed with cancer are vulnerable to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress.

Objective: To examine the relationship between digital game addiction and levels of anxiety and depression in adolescents receiving cancer treatment.

Methods: This analytical cross-sectional study was carried out with 120 adolescents aged 12-17 years who were receiving cancer treatment.

The Effect of Psychosocial Support Videos Provided by the Community on Disease Attitudes and Symptoms of Pediatric Oncology Patients: Randomized Controlled Study.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of psychosocial support videos provided by the community on the attitudes of pediatric oncology patients aged between 10 and 18 years toward their illness and treatment-related symptoms.

Data Sources: This prospective randomized controlled study was conducted with 52 pediatric oncology patients aged between 10 and 18. The data were collected using the Information Form, Child Attitude Towards Illness Scale (CATIS), and Memorial Symptom Assessment Scale (MSAS).

Prediction of family-centered care on the unmet care needs of parents of pediatric oncology patients and their psychosocial problems.

Background/objectives: It was aimed to determine the predictive power of family-centered care of parents of children with cancer on their unmet care needs and psychosocial problems (anxiety, depression, stress). This study was conducted as a descriptive, correlational, and cross-sectional study.

Design/methods: The study was conducted on 136 parents at a university hospital between January and September 2023, involving parents of children receiving care at the pediatric oncology clinic.

The effect of a peer-assisted video-based training programme and counselling to reduce anxiety in children newly diagnosed with cancer: Non-randomised controlled trial.

Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of 'peer-assisted video-based education programme' (VTPA) and counselling to reduce anxiety in children newly diagnosed with cancer.

Methods: A non-randomised controlled trial design with repeated measures was conducted. The sample of the study consisted of 50 children between the ages of 9 and 18 who were newly diagnosed with cancer in the hospital.

Investigation of coronavirus anxiety and caregiving burden among the parents of children with cancer during the COVID-19 outbreak: A descriptive and cross-sectional study.

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the coronavirus anxiety and caregiving burden of parents of children with cancer during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Methods: This descriptive and cross-sectional study, including 136 parents of children with cancer, was administered through an online survey at a university hospital from 1 to 31 January 2021. Participants completed a questionnaire form, the Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale and the Coronavirus Anxiety Scale.

The effect of using a kaleidoscope during central venous catheter dressing changes on pain and anxiety in children with cancer: A randomised controlled trial.

Purpose: Many medical interventions, including the dressing changes of central venous catheters, a common procedure used for children with cancer, cause pain and anxiety in children. This can adversely affect their care and recovery. This study aims to evaluate the effect of using a kaleidoscope on reducing pain and anxiety in children with cancer during central venous catheter dressing changes.

Examination of the professional values of the nurses and the associated factors.

Purpose: This study is conducted to examine the professional values of nurses and their personal and professional characteristics affecting these values.

Design And Methods: A total of 369 nurses completed a questionnaire on personal information and nursing professional values scale (NPVS-R).

Findings: The total scores of the nurses on the NPVS-R were found to be 100.

Efficacy of Breastfeeding on Babies' Pain During Vaccinations.

Objective: The aim of this randomized controlled experimental study was to evaluate the effect of breastfeeding on the pain of babies during vaccination.

Materials And Methods: The sample of the study consisted of 100 babies who complied with the sampling criteria between July and November 2012. The babies breastfed from their mothers 5 minutes before, during, and after the vaccine injections.