Psychological experience of patients with primary tumors participating in clinical trials:a qualitative study / 中国现代医生

ABSTRACT

Objective To deeply understand the psychological experience of patients with primary tumors participating in clinical trials,providing a reference basis for meeting the psychological needs of patients and improving the mental health level of patients with primary tumors.Methods From November 2021 to May 2022,13 patients with primary tumors participating in clinical trials were selected by target sampling method,semi-structured interviews were conducted,with Colaizzi 7-step analysis method was used to analyze the data.Results Four themes were extracted from the psychological experience of patients,namely the perception and attitudinal experience of clinical trials,complex and changeable emotional responses,experimental process adaptation,personal growth and transformation.Conclusion The psychological experience and related psychological problems of primary tumors patients participating in clinical trials cannot be ignored,the research team needs to help them complete role transformation and adaptation,pay attention to the experience of patients,improve mental health education programs according to the needs of this type of patients,and improve the quality of life of patients,then promote the development of cancer diagnosis and treatment in China.