EHealth Educational Intervention to Improve Self-Management and Coping Behaviors Among Cancer Patients

NCT07457112 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: SU-ERC-2023-011-EH
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 212
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Brief Summary This study evaluates the effectiveness of a structured eHealth-based educational and support intervention in improving self-management practices and psychological coping behaviors among adult cancer patients. Using a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest design with study and control groups, the intervention integrates online education, interactive sessions, and digital communication platforms to enhance symptom management, emotional regulation, and adaptive coping strategies. The findings aim to inform scalable digital health solutions in oncology care.

Conditions

Cancer; Cancer (Colon Cancer, Breast Cancer, Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphoma Leukemia, Multiple Myeloma)

Keywords

EHealth; Self-Management; Educational Intervention

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Change in Symptom-Management Self-Efficacy Score

  Measured using the Symptom-Management Self-Efficacy Scale (SMSE) developed by Liang et al. (2015). The scale consists of 27 items across three subscales: acquiring problem-solving (7 items), managing chemotherapy-related symptoms (15 items), and managing emotional and interpersonal disturbance (5 items). Each item is scored on an 11-point scale ranging from 0 (not at all confident) to 10 (completely confident). The total possible score ranges from 0 to 270. Higher scores indicate greater perceived self-efficacy in symptom management.

  Baseline and 6 weeks (immediately post-intervention)

Secondary Outcomes (2)

• Change in Coping Behavior Score

  Baseline and 6 weeks (post-intervention)

• Correlation Between Self-Efficacy and Coping Scores

  6 weeks (post-intervention)

Study Arms (2)

Structured eHealth Intervention Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants receive a structured eHealth educational intervention program delivered over six weeks in addition to routine care. The program focuses on enhancing self-management skills and psychological coping strategies among cancer patients.

Behavioral: Structured eHealth Educational Intervention

Routine Care Control Group

NO INTERVENTION

Participants receive routine care provided by the healthcare facility without additional eHealth educational intervention.

Interventions

Structured eHealth Educational Intervention BEHAVIORAL

The intervention consists of structured online educational sessions delivered via video conferencing platforms, supported by digital educational materials including videos and informational resources. The program incorporates scenario-based discussions, peer interaction, and continuous follow-up communication. The content focuses on symptom self-management, emotional regulation, and adaptive coping strategies for cancer patients.

Structured eHealth Intervention Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Male and female adult cancer patients
• Diagnosed with cancer and currently receiving chemotherapy
• Able to read and understand Arabic
• Own a mobile phone and able to use online applications (e.g., Zoom or similar platforms)
• Willing to participate in the eHealth educational program
• Provided informed consent to participate in the study

You may not qualify if:

• Patients with severe cognitive impairment or psychiatric disorders that interfere with participation
• Patients with critical health conditions preventing attendance in the intervention sessions
• Patients who participated in similar structured educational or coping programs during the study period
• Patients unwilling to complete baseline or follow-up assessments

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Zagazig University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Faculty of Nursing

Zagazig, 44519, Egypt

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Neoplasms; Colonic Neoplasms; Breast Neoplasms; Lymphoma; Multiple Myeloma

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Colorectal Neoplasms; Intestinal Neoplasms; Gastrointestinal Neoplasms; Digestive System Neoplasms; Neoplasms by Site; Digestive System Diseases; Gastrointestinal Diseases; Colonic Diseases; Intestinal Diseases; Breast Diseases; Skin Diseases; Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases; Neoplasms by Histologic Type; Lymphoproliferative Disorders; Lymphatic Diseases; Hemic and Lymphatic Diseases; Immunoproliferative Disorders; Immune System Diseases; Neoplasms, Plasma Cell; Hemostatic Disorders; Vascular Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases; Paraproteinemias; Blood Protein Disorders; Hematologic Diseases; Hemorrhagic Disorders

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Masking Details: This is an open-label study. Participants and investigators are aware of group assignments.
• Purpose: SUPPORTIVE CARE
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER GOV
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Principal Investigator, Professor, Nursing Administration, Faculty of Nursing, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt.

Model Details: Participants receive a structured eHealth intervention over 6 weeks, including: * Online educational sessions (Zoom / Google Meet) * Digital learning materials (videos, posters, pamphlets) * Scenario-based discussions and peer interaction * Continuous communication and reminders via WhatsApp * Focus areas: symptom self-management, emotional regulation, adaptive coping strategies Control Group Participants receive standard educational materials only (limited sessions without interactive eHealth components).

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: February 25, 2026
• First Posted: March 9, 2026
• Study Start: November 30, 2023
• Primary Completion: February 26, 2024
• Study Completion: November 26, 2025
• Last Updated: March 9, 2026

Record last verified: 2024-02

Locations

EG (1)