The development of an educational resource on mouth care and oral mucositis for patients receiving chemotherapy in Newfoundland and Labrador

Martin, Madisan (2024) The development of an educational resource on mouth care and oral mucositis for patients receiving chemotherapy in Newfoundland and Labrador. Practicum Report. Memorial University of Newfoundland. (Unpublished)

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Abstract

Background: Oral mucositis is a common side effect of chemotherapy. The development of oral mucositis has many negative impacts on the patient receiving chemotherapy and the healthcare system, such as reduced oral intake, increased risk for infection, increased need for medical intervention, interruption to chemotherapy, and increased healthcare costs. Prevention measures and early intervention should be considered to reduce the impact of oral mucositis. Patient education can be used to educate patients receiving chemotherapy about oral mucositis, prevention, early identification and intervention to reduce the impact of oral mucositis. Purpose: This practicum project aimed to develop an educational resource on mouth care and oral mucositis for patients receiving chemotherapy in Newfoundland and Labrador. Methods: Three methods were used to gather information on mouth care and oral mucositis in patients receiving chemotherapy and explore education as an intervention to address this clinical issue. The three methods used included an integrative literature review, an environmental scan, and consultations with key stakeholders. Results: An educational resource, including a resource manual and patient pamphlet, was developed based on the methods used. Orem’s Self-Care Deficit Nursing Theory was used to guide the development of the educational resource. Conclusion: An educational resource on mouth care and oral mucositis was developed for patients receiving chemotherapy in Newfoundland and Labrador. There was no implementation or evaluation component for this practicum project due to time restraints of the course. A plan for future evaluation of the resources will be outlined in this report.

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