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Prepare to Care, A Supported Self-Management Intervention for Head and Neck Cancer Caregivers
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Communication Intervention, Watch video, and 4 other interventions for Caregiver and 37 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 35 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This pilot clinical trial studies how well Prepare to Care kit works in improving caregiver support in patients with stage I-IV head and neck cancer that is new or has come back. Prepare to Care kit may increase knowledge about head and neck cancer and enhance stress-management skills.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Attend interventionist sessions
Watch video on a DVD
Complete modules of the Prepare to Care kit
Ancillary studies
Ancillary studies
Obtained at three times a day (at awakening, 30 minutes post awakening and bedtime) for two consecutive days for eligible caregivers in both groups. Samples collected by placing a cotton ball under the tongue for approximately 1-2 minutes which is subsequently stored in a plastic tube and refrigerated.