The Effect of Using an Electric Fan on Dyspnea in Chinese Patients With Terminal Cancer

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Authors

Sok Man Leong · Kiang Wu Nursing College of Macau

Hon Wai Benjamin Cheng · Grantham Hospital

Abstract

The results of the study suggested that fan therapy could be effective in alleviating dyspnea in Chinese patients with advanced cancer. It should be considered as one of the nonpharmacological treatment option. Future large-scale phase 3 clinical trials are warranted.

Topics & Keywords

Childhood Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life Neonatal Respiratory Health Research Lymphatic System and Diseases

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine®

Volume 34, Issue 1, pp. 42-46

DOI: 10.1177/1049909115615127

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