ABSTRACT
Background: Osteosarcoma, a primary malignant bone tumor, often necessitates surgical intervention, leading to significant postoperative pain. The diverse coping styles adopted by patients in response to this pain may exert varying influences on negative emotions. Understanding these effects is crucial for developing effective nursing interventions. This study explores the relationship between pain coping styles and negative emotions in patients with osteosarcoma post-surgery.
Aim: The primary objective of this research is to investigate the effects of pain coping styles on negative emotions in patients recovering from osteosarcoma surgery. By identifying specific coping mechanisms and their impact, the study aims to contribute to the development of tailored nursing countermeasures to alleviate emotional distress and enhance overall postoperative well-being.
Methods: A cross-sectional study will be conducted involving patients diagnosed with osteosarcoma who have undergone surgical procedures. Pain coping styles will be assessed using standardized tools, and negative emotions will be measured through validated psychological assessments. Statistical analyses, including regression models, will be employed to examine the relationships between pain coping styles and negative emotions. Ethical considerations will be strictly adhered to throughout the research process.
Results: The results will provide insights into the varied effects of pain coping styles on negative emotions in patients recovering from osteosarcoma surgery. Different coping strategies, such as active problem-solving, emotional expression, and avoidance, will be analyzed for their associations with anxiety, depression, and overall emotional well-being. Findings will be presented with statistical significance and clinical implications.
Conclusion: This study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on the psychological impact of osteosarcoma surgery by elucidating the intricate relationship between pain coping styles and negative emotions. The identification of effective coping mechanisms will inform the development of targeted nursing countermeasures aimed at improving emotional outcomes for patients in the postoperative period.
Keywords: Osteosarcoma, surgery, pain coping styles, negative emotions, nursing interventions, psychological well-being, postoperative care.