Lymphoma is a form of cancer that affects the immune system – specifically, it is a cancer of immune cells called lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell. It includes distinct entities defined by clinical, histologic, immunologic, molecular, and genetic characteristics. Based on histologic characteristics, lymphomas are divided into two major subgroups: Hodgkin’s disease and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Nursing Care Plans
Below are three nursing care plans and nursing diagnosis for patients with Lymphomas.
Sexual Dysfunction
Nursing Diagnosis
May be related to
- Altered body structure or function (drugs, surgery, disease process, radiation [loss of sexual desire, disruption of sexual response pattern])
Possibly evidenced by
- Verbalization of problem
- Actual or perceived limitation imposed by disease and/or therapy
- Alteration in relationship with SO
Desired Outcomes
- Verbalize understanding of individual reasons for sexual problems.
- Identify stressors in lifestyle that may contribute to the dysfunction.
- Discuss concerns about body image, sex role, desirability as a sexual partner with partner/SO.
Nursing Interventions | Rationale |
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Let the patient describe problem in own words. | Provides more accurate picture of patient experience with which to develop plan of care. |
Know the importance of sex to individual, partner and patient’s motivation for change. | Because lymphomas often affect the relatively young who are in their productive years, these people may be affected more by these problems and may be less knowledgeable about the possibilities of change. |
Weigh knowledge of patient and SO regarding sexual function and effects of current situation and condition. | Helps analyze areas of concern, misconception, and actual problems related to therapy side effects. |
Identify preexisting and current stress factors that may be affecting the relationship. | Patient may be concerned about other issues, such as job, financial, and illness-related problems. |
Determine specific pathophysiology, illness, surgery or trauma involved and impact on (perception of) individual. | Patient’s perception of the individual effects of this illness is crucial to planning interventions that will be appropriate to those affected (patient and family). |
Assist with treatment of underlying condition. | As illness is treated and patient can see improvement, hope is restored and patient can begin to look to the future. |
Provide factual information. | Promotes trust in caregivers. |
Encourage and accept expressions of concern, anger, grief, fear. | Helps patient identify feelings and begin to deal with them. |
Encourage patient to share thoughts and concerns with partner and to clarify values and impact of condition on relationship. | Helps couple begin to deal with issues that can strengthen or weaken relationship. |
Refer to appropriate community resources and support groups (CanSurmount). | Provides information about resources that are available to help with individual needs. Meeting with others who are dealing with the effects of devastating illness can help patient and family. |
Provide written material and bibliotherapy Internet sites, other resources appropriate to age and situation. | Reinforces information patient has received. |
Refer to psychiatric clinical nurse specialist and professional sexual therapist as indicated. | May need additional in-depth assistance to resolve existing problems. |
Recommended Resources
Recommended nursing diagnosis and nursing care plan books and resources.
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- Nursing Care Plans: Nursing Diagnosis and Intervention (10th Edition)
An awesome book to help you create and customize effective nursing care plans. We highly recommend this book for its completeness and ease of use. - Nurse’s Pocket Guide: Diagnoses, Prioritized Interventions and Rationales
A quick-reference tool to easily select the appropriate nursing diagnosis to plan your patient’s care effectively. - NANDA International Nursing Diagnoses: Definitions & Classification, 2021-2023Â (12th Edition)
The official and definitive guide to nursing diagnoses as reviewed and approved by the NANDA-I. This book focuses on the nursing diagnostic labels, their defining characteristics, and risk factors – this does not include nursing interventions and rationales. - Nursing Diagnosis Handbook, 12th Edition Revised Reprint with 2021-2023 NANDA-I® Updates
Another great nursing care plan resource that is updated to include the recent NANDA-I updates. - Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5(TM))
Useful for creating nursing care plans related to mental health and psychiatric nursing. - Ulrich & Canale’s Nursing Care Planning Guides, 8th Edition
Claims to have the most in-depth care plans of any nursing care planning book. Includes 31 detailed nursing diagnosis care plans and 63 disease/disorder care plans. - Maternal Newborn Nursing Care Plans (3rd Edition)
If you’re looking for specific care plans related to maternal and newborn nursing care, this book is for you. - Nursing Diagnosis Manual: Planning, Individualizing, and Documenting Client Care (7th Edition)
An easy-to-use nursing care plan book that is updated with the latest diagnosis from NANDA-I 2021-2023. - All-in-One Nursing Care Planning Resource: Medical-Surgical, Pediatric, Maternity, and Psychiatric-Mental Health (5th Edition)
Definitely an all-in-one resources for nursing care planning. It has over 100 care plans for different nursing topics.
See also
Other recommended site resources for this nursing care plan:
- Nursing Care Plans (NCP): Ultimate Guide and Database
Over 150+ nursing care plans for different diseases and conditions. Includes our easy-to-follow guide on how to create nursing care plans from scratch. - Nursing Diagnosis Guide and List: All You Need to Know to Master Diagnosing
Our comprehensive guide on how to create and write diagnostic labels. Includes detailed nursing care plan guides for common nursing diagnostic labels.
Other care plans for hematologic and lymphatic system disorders:
- Anaphylactic Shock | 4 Care Plans
- Anemia | 4 Care Plans
- Aortic Aneurysm | 4 Care Plans
- Deep Vein Thrombosis | 5 Care Plans
- Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation | 4 Care Plans
- Hemophilia | 5 Care Plans
- Leukemia | 5 Care Plans
- Lymphoma | 3 Care Plans
- Sepsis and Septicemia | 6 Care Plans
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis | 6 Care Plans
Am requesting for nursing plan notes on hodgkins lymphoma?
Hi Benkeni,
Please see our nursing care plans for cancer here: https://nurseslabs.com/cancer-nursing-care-plans/