Telenursing care in advanced lung cancer patients after discharge from hospital

Abstract

Lung cancer is the leading cause of death in the world. When lung cancer progresses to an advanced stage. Nurses have an important role in preparing patients and families before discharge from the hospital to home. Telenursing is used for information technology to provide consultation and solve problems for patients and families at home following a multidisciplinary treatment plan. In addition, it reduces the costs of traveling to the hospital. This article aims to collect the relevant knowledge related to the care of patients with advanced lung cancer, including the meaning, causes of the disease, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, staging, and treatment. Telenursing for patients with advanced lung cancer uses INHOMESSS principles for continuing care consisting of meaning, principles, roles, procedures, and guidelines. Moreover, telenursing provides continuous care that covers physical, mental, and psychosocial aspects, encouraging patients and families to adapt and manage their care appropriately and have a good quality of life.