Nursing practices for a patient with ALK-negative anaplastic large cell lymphoma with a cancerous wound: a case report.

BACKGROUND

Cancerous wounds are a significant challenge in cancer care, reducing the quality of life and affecting psychological well-being.

PURPOSE: This case report describes a 59-year-old female who developed a severe cancerous wound. The report presents comprehensive nursing measures for patients with cancerous wounds and discusses key nursing factors that promote wound healing.

CASE STUDY: The patient, diagnosed with stage Ⅲ B ALK-negative anaplastic large cell lymphoma, developed a severe cancerous wound. Specialist nurses developed a detailed wound care plan during 2 inpatient chemotherapy sessions, including wound care, pain management, nutrition support, psychosocial support, and continued transitional care after discharge. Her wound decreased in size and eventually healed.

CONCLUSION

Implementing nursing measures for patients with cancerous wounds-including assessment of systemic and local wounds, wound care, pain management, nutrition support, psychosocial support, health education, and transitional care-can help manage wounds and lead to complete healing. Specialized nurses play a key role in treating severe wounds. This case highlights the need for comprehensive and scientific nursing practices for patients with cancerous wounds. It conveys a positive attitude towards treatment and a sense of responsibility among nurses.