| Behaviours to control and cope with physical components of disease (symptoms, treatment) |
Self-monitoring and management of symptoms. Coordinating and managing clinical services such as medical appointments. Taking and adjusting medications based on needs and side effects. Following treatment protocols. Making decisions about treatments. Engaging and exercise and nutrition regimes. Maintaining activities of daily living. Accessing and seeking information and learning about disease. Goal setting. Using relaxation, complementary and alternative therapies. Engaging in creative activities. Self-advocating.
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| Behaviours for management of emotional and psychosocial facets of life-limiting illness |
Using strategies of denial, avoidance or distraction. Accepting/maintaining hope and resilience. Using positive emotions. Emotional expression. Self-actualisation. Using hope, fight, detachment and spirit. Receiving support from other individuals with cancer. Keeping busy. Maintaining and working on relationships. Communicating with family, friends and healthcare providers. Continuing or resuming normal work-related roles and activities. Preparing for death. Spiritual practice of faith and prayer.
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