Oncology nurses' knowledge, perceptions, and perceived barriers related to discussing physical activity with patients with cancer, including older adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cancer and its treatments accelerate frailty in older adults with cancer (OACA). Exercise is safe and beneficial during and after treatment, yet many, including older adults, do not meet current exercise guidelines. The primary objective of this study was to understand oncology clinic nurses' knowledge and current practices regarding exercise discussion and promotion in patients with cancer, including in older patients. The secondary objectives were to: (1) explore barriers to initiating exercise discussion and promotion; and (2) explore the relationship between oncology nurses' exercise behavior, and their knowledge about existing guidelines and exercise promotion practices.

Methods

A cross-sectional online survey was conducted via REDCap between February and May

SUBMITTER: Sattar S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12752197 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature