A case study of an adolescent according to A Model of Children’s Adjustment to Parental Cancer

Abstract

Objective: To describe and analyze the experience of an adolescent experiencing parental cancer, based on A Model of Children’s Adjustment to Parental Cancer, and to prescribe nursing interventions in classified language. Method: This is a single case study, qualitative, of a 16-year-old adolescent experiencing maternal cancer. We analyzed a semi-structured interview, based on a script conceptualized by the selected theoretical model. Data processing took place through content analysis. Authorization was obtained from the Research Ethics Committee TI 25/2020. Results: The analysis of the adolescent’s interview allowed identifying categories in agreement with the model variables. Psychosocial adjustment dimensions and stress response symptoms, such as academic performance and somatic symptoms, were recognized in the adolescent’s adjustment process. Nursing interventions will focus on education and support. Conclusion: The theoretical model contributed to assess the needs of adolescents experiencing parental cancer, allowing nursing interventions to be prescribed in classified language that consider moderating and mediating variables, promoting adjustment. The model proved to be suitable for future interventions for adolescents experiencing similar situations.

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“…This study contributes to the advancement of knowledge in the area, particularly about the needs of adolescents and children of parents with cancer, where evidence to date is scarce. and "family coping", for which autonomous interventions promoting adjustment were prescribed, helping to minimize the impact of the situation 25 . In the case of the study participants, it is possible to see that these focuses apply in most situations, highlighting the relevance of nursing interventions.…”

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