Abstract
Purpose. To examine the effectiveness and feasibility of using the computerized interactive virtual space in reducing depressive symptoms of children hospitalized with cancer. Design and Methods. A nonequivalent control group design was employed. Children (8-16 years of age; n= 122) admitted to a pediatric oncology ward during a 14-month period were recruited. Results. The results support the effectiveness and feasibility of using the computerized interactive virtual space in reducing depressive symptoms of children hospitalized with cancer. Practice Implications. The results heighten the awareness in nurses of the importance of integrating play activities as an essential component of holistic and quality nursing care.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 190-198 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing |
| Volume | 16 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jul 2011 |
| Externally published | Yes |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Keywords
- Cancer
- Child
- Nursing
- Play
- Virtual reality
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics
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