Implementation of distress screening in an oncology setting

Timothy Pearman*, Sofa Garcia, Frank Penedo, Betina Yanez, Lynne Wagner, David Cella

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

The recommendations of numerous groups, such as the Institute of Medicine and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, have resulted in the first regulatory standard on distress screening in oncology implemented in 2015 by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. This practice-changing standard promises to result in better quality cancer care, but presents unique challenges to many centers struggling to provide high-quality practical assessment and management of distress. The current paper reviews the history behind the CoC standard, identifes the most prevalent symptoms underlying distress, and discusses the importance of distress screening. We also review some commonly used instruments for assessing distress, and address barriers to implementation of screening and management.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)423-428
Number of pages6
JournalJournal of Community and Supportive Oncology
Volume13
Issue number12
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2015

Funding

Acknowledgments: Tis work was funded by support from the Robert H Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Coleman Foundation.

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Hematology
  • Oncology

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