Exploring the prevalence and experience of mask anxiety for the person with head and neck cancer undergoing radiotherapy.

Jodie L NixonBena CartmillJane TurnerAmanda E PigottElizabeth BrownLaurelie R WallElizabeth C WardSandro V Porceddu

Published in: Journal of medical radiation sciences (2018)

Mask anxiety impacted a quarter of participants undergoing radiotherapy for HNC. In line with the themes elicited from the participants, implementation of routine screening to ensure early identification, and patient education to assist preparation for wearing the mask during RT are strategies that could improve current management of mask anxiety.

Keyphrases

positive airway pressure
early stage
sleep quality
healthcare
locally advanced
radiation therapy
obstructive sleep apnea
quality improvement
primary care
radiation induced
risk factors
case report
depressive symptoms
high resolution
physical activity
sleep apnea
rectal cancer
liquid chromatography