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Revista Onconews
Print version ISSN 1646-7868On-line version ISSN 2183-6914
Abstract
GOMES, Sara Margarida Rodrigues et al. The functionality of the cancer patient hospitalized in palliative. Revista Onconews [online]. 2023, n.46, e0110. Epub July 01, 2023. ISSN 1646-7868. https://doi.org/10.31877/on.2023.46.05.
Background:
Patients referred for palliative care (PC) need the application of assessment instruments, such as the level of functionality.
Objective:
Identify the inpatient's sociodemographic and clinical characteristics and characterize their functional capacity.
Methodology:
A descriptive, longitudinal study of adult cancer patients in a CP unit (n=53) from March to June of 2022. The instruments FIM®, ECOG® and PPS® were applied at admission, on the 14th day of hospitalization and at discharge.
Results:
The 53 patients evaluated have an average age of 71 years, most of whom are male (64.2%) and have gastric carcinomas (17.0%). On admission, the patients who have reduced FIM values also have reduced PPS and ECOG values. From admission to the 14th day, there is a worsening of functionality. No patient received intervention from the Rehabilitation Nurse.
Conclusion:
The results demonstrate a decrease in functionality, requiring professionals to continuously monitor and readjust the advanced care plan.
Keywords : Neoplasms; palliative care; nursing; functional capacity..