Nurse-Led Electronic Patient-Reported Outcome System to Improve Quality of Life in Chemotherapy P… (NCT07144449) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Nurse-Led Electronic Patient-Reported Outcome System to Improve Quality of Life in Chemotherapy Patients
Taiwan120 participantsStarted 2024-05-04
Plain-language summary
Chemotherapy often causes burdensome symptoms that affect daily life and reduce patients' quality of life. This study aims to test whether an information-based symptom management program can help cancer patients better manage their symptoms, improve self-care ability, and enhance quality of life. The program was developed by nurses and delivered through a simple electronic platform, allowing patients to report symptoms such as fever, pain, shortness of breath, nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, or anxiety. Patients in the intervention group will receive tailored self-care advice and weekly nurse follow-up calls, while the control group will receive usual care. The study will compare outcomes in symptom self-management, quality of life, and health literacy between the two groups over 12 weeks.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 100 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
\- Adults aged 18 years or older
Diagnosis of cancer and currently receiving chemotherapy
Able to communicate in Mandarin Chinese
Access to and ability to use a smartphone or tablet with internet connection
Provide written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
Cognitive impairment, severe psychiatric illness, or any condition that limits ability to complete questionnaires
Physical or medical conditions judged by the treating physician to interfere with study participation
Participation in another interventional trial that could confound study outcomes
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.