Family Quality of Life of Preschool Children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Authors

  • Pattama Boonchuaylua Phrapokklao Nursing College, Chanthaburi, Faculty of Nursing, Praboromarajchanok Institute

Keywords:

Family quality of life, Preschool children, Acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Abstract

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children is a life-threatening condition. With current effective treatments, many pediatric patients are achieving remission, and survival rates post-diagnosis have significantly increased. The preschool years are a critical period for growth and development. However, during this time, the effective treatments often bring about short-term and long-term side effects from the disease and its treatment, affecting the well-being and quality of life of everyone in the family. It is therefore essential to raise awareness about the factors influencing the quality of life of these families as well as how families enhance quality of life that can promote the well-being of families facing the impacts of childhood ALL. The goal is to provide valuable insights for nurses and related health professionals to assist in creating holistic care strategies that prioritize the health and happiness of the entire family.

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2024-12-29

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Boonchuaylua, P. (2024). Family Quality of Life of Preschool Children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Journal of Phrapokklao Nursing College, Chanthaburi, 35(2), 290–304. Retrieved from https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/pnc/article/view/273436