The Impact of Social Media-Delivered Chemotherapy Side Effects Education for Breast Cancer Patients Receiving First-Time Chemotherapy

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating whether a standardized education program delivered by pharmacists through social media can improve breast cancer patients' knowledge about chemotherapy side effects. The study compares two methods: an education video plus standard information versus traditional chemotherapy handouts. This trial focuses on patients receiving their first chemotherapy treatment. Participants are randomly assigned to either watch a pharmacist-provided educational video during their chemotherapy visits and have ongoing access to it throughout their treatment, or receive brief pharmacist explanations along with chemotherapy handouts. The video covers side effect mechanisms, recognition, prevention, non-medical management, and instructions on when to seek hospital care. The video session lasts 15 to 20 minutes, while the handout explanation takes about 5 to 10 minutes. During the study, participants complete questionnaires assessing their knowledge and quality of life before and after receiving education at both the first and second chemotherapy sessions. The main outcome is measured by a 5-question side effects management questionnaire administered at these two time points. This helps researchers understand the impact of the educational methods on patient knowledge and management of chemotherapy side effects.

The Impact of Social Media-delivered Chemotherapy Side Effects Education for Breast Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy