Article: Stress in patients with lung cancer: a human response to illness.(JOURNAL CLUB)

This article has been chosen as particularly suitable for reading and discussion in a Journal Club format. The following questions are posed to stimulate thoughtful critique and exchange of opinions, possibly leading to changes on your unit. Formulate your answers as you read the article. Photocopying of this article for group discussion purposes is permitted.

1. What are the biologic and physiologic effects of stress?

2. What are the emotional effects of stress?

3. What are the signs and symptoms of stress in the patients we care for?

4. Is there a specific patient or situation that comes to mind that demonstrates a stress response? ...

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