Communication of the cancer diagnosis to an elderly patient

Abstract

Objective: to collect evidence on matters which involve cancer diagnosis disclosure to an elderly patient. Methods: integrativerevision made in five important data bases in the area of health with seven selected articles. Results: it was noticeable thatthere are conflicts between family members and health professionals concerning cancer diagnosis disclosure to an elderlypatient and that the preferences of those people on the disclosure of the diagnosis are similar to other patients. Conclusion:Health professionals, especially the nurses, need training in order to have a secure and clarifying communication, matchingthe information to the specific needs of each patient, considering their reality and type of confrontation..