This is a randomized controlled study to investigate the effect of arm message on the success of peripheral intravenous catheter insertion in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. There are two groups in our study (control group=30, experimental group=30). The investigator applied hand massage to patients in experimental group before peripheral intravenous catheter insertion. The investigators evaluated the succesfull peripheral catheter insertion time, anxiety level, and satisfaction level of the patients.
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the success of peripheral intravenous catheter insertion
Timeframe: assessed up to 6 months