Music Therapy Services in Pediatric Oncology: A National Clinical Practice Review

Authors

Journal

Journal of Pediatric Oncology Nursing

Year

2014

Abstract

This article presents the results of a national clinical practice review conducted in Australia of music therapy services in pediatric oncology hospitals. Literature specifically related to music therapy and symptom management in pediatric oncology is reviewed. The results from a national benchmarking survey distributed to all music therapists working with children with cancer in Australian pediatric hospitals are discussed. Patient and family feedback provided from a quality improvement activity conducted at a major pediatric tertiary hospital is summarized, and considerations for future growth as a profession and further research is proposed.

Music and Health Institute Terms

Cancer; Hospital Setting; Music Therapy; Pediatric Cancers

Indexed Terms

Adolescent: Adult: Australia: Child: Child, Preschool: Female: Humans: Infant: Infant, Newborn: Male: Middle Aged: Music Therapy

Study Type

Editorial, Opinions, Position Papers

Document Type

Article

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