Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (questioning) experiences missed at holistic needs assessment

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 91-91
Author(s):  
Shievon Smith ◽  
Daniel Richardson ◽  
Michelle Greenwood
Keyword(s):  
Needs Assessment ◽  
Holistic Needs Assessment

scholarly journals Concerns, coping and the electronic Holistic Needs Assessment: experiences of UK breast cancer survivors

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 97-110
Author(s):  
Lydia Briggs ◽  
Joanne Cooper ◽  
Karen Cox ◽  
Holly Blake
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Needs Assessment ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Breast Cancer Diagnosis ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Psychological Issues ◽  
Cancer Support ◽  
Holistic Needs Assessment ◽  
Key Factor ◽  
Individualised Care

Background Physical and psychological concerns associated with a breast cancer diagnosis continue long after treatment. Macmillan Cancer Support developed an electronic Holistic Needs Assessment (eHNA) to help identify these concerns and allow a healthcare professional to address these as part of The Recovery Package. Aims The study aim was to understand the women’s experiences of having breast cancer, and of completing Macmillan’s eHNA as part of their care. Methods A qualitative approach was adopted. Semi-structured interviews were undertaken with 15 women, 12–18 months following surgical treatment for invasive breast cancer. Thematic analysis identified key themes. Results Four main themes were identified in relation to experiences of the eHNA, experiences of breast cancer, coping with breast cancer and the psychological effects of surviving. Perceptions towards the eHNA varied; some women viewed the eHNA as a research tool for hospital use rather than a beneficial aspect of their care. Several participants felt unable to raise their psychological concerns on the eHNA. Conclusions Although experiences differ, psychological issues remain a key factor for women with breast cancer, lasting long after treatment. The eHNA is not currently used to its potential or recognised by women as a tool to support their care. Further research is needed into how the eHNA can be used effectively to capture psychological concerns and determine best approaches to implementation of the tool to support individualised care.

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