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Son: Illness Experience of Adolescents with Hematologic Malignancies
Original Article
Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing

Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing 2011; 41(5): 603-612.

Published online: 31 October 2011

DOI: https://doi.org/10.4040/jkan.2011.41.5.603

Illness Experience of Adolescents with Hematologic Malignancies

Sun Young Son

Transplant Coordinator, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Seoul, Korea.

Address reprint requests to: Son, Sun Young. Transplant Coordinator, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Gangnam Severance Hospital, 712 Eonjuro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-720, Korea. Tel: +82-2-20196-1265, FAX: +82-2-2019-4827, Childnurse@hanmail.net

Received 2 April 2009       Accepted 24 October 2011

© 2011 Korean Society of Nursing Science

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this study was to describe the experience process of adolescents with hematologic malignancies. The question for the study was "What is the experience of adolescents with hematologic malignancies like?".

Methods

The grounded theory methodology was used for this study. The data were collected through in-depth interview from 10 adolescents with hematologic malignancies. Data collection was done from January to June 2007. Theoretical sampling was used until the data reached saturation.

Results

As a result of the analysis, "Reconstructing self-image from deviated and suspended life" was identified as the core category. And 11 subcategories were identified and they were integrated to the core category. 'Establishment of expanded and matured self' was identified as the consequence.

Conclusion

The results of the study provide a frame for effective individualized nursing intervention strategies in helping adjustment of the adolescents with hematologic malignancies.

Keywords: Adolescent, Neoplasms, Social support, Social adjustment, Qualitative research

Figures and Tables

Figure 1
Adjustment process of Korean adolescents to hematologic malignancies.
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Table 1
The Characteristics of Participants
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Notes

This article is a revision of the author's doctoral thesis from Yonsei University.

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