Cancer websites appraised

Critically appraised topics.

This article describes the critically appraised topic (CAT) as a means to disseminate evidence from research literature to rehabilitation professionals. A CAT is a standardized, one-page summary of research evidence organized around a clinical question. A CAT includes a clinical bottom line that reflects synthesis of a research article and clinical application of the results. The synthesis incl...

Cancer Survivorship Websites and Resources

170 J Adv Pract Oncol AdvancedPractitioner.com A s cancer treatment continues to improve and our strategies to prevent and detect new cancers develop, the number of survivors will continue to grow. As statistics show, these patients will number over 11 million by 2020 (National Cancer Institute [NCI], 2011). As the population of cancer survivors continues to grow, awareness of available resourc...

Critically Appraised Paper (cap) Worksheet

CLINICAL BOTTOM LINE Stroke survivors may experience deficits and impairments of upper extremity (UE) function that limit their engagement in meaningful everyday occupations. It is important for occupational therapists to identify and test the effectiveness of interventions targeted to decrease UE learned nonuse, improve functional performance, and increase participation in one’s daily occupati...

Quality of Prostate Cancer Treatment Information on Cancer Center Websites.

INTRODUCTION Cancer center websites are trusted sources of internet information about treatment options for prostate cancer. The quality of information on these websites is unknown. The objective of this study was to evaluate the quality of information on cancer center websites addressing prostate cancer treatment options, outcomes, and toxicity. MATERIALS AND METHODS We evaluated the website...

Evidence Based Practice Critically Appraised Topic