From: Experiencing neutropenia: Quality of life interviews with adult cancer patients
Patient-nominated Negative Thought and Self Evaluation Changes | Frequency Per Interview (N = 100) n (%) | Frequency Per Patient (N = 34) n (%) |
---|---|---|
Feeling of dread about coming for chemotherapy | 10 (10%) | 9 (27%) |
Worrying about paying for extra care needed | 9 (9%) | 5 (15%) |
Feeling useless/helpless, letting people down | 7 (7%) | 6 (18%) |
Sense of loss of independence | 6 (6%) | 5 (15%) |
Worrying about being around other sick people | 5 (5%) | 5 (15%) |