included studies qualitative research methods Included cases Data collection time point research content main results
He Xiaoling et al [7] Descriptive qualitative research, case study 116 after breast cancer surgery Correlation between postoperative self-efficacy, coping style and quality of life in patients with breast cancer Two themes are extracted: (1) There is a strong correlation between the three; (2) By improving the self-efficacy of patients, they can guide them to adopt appropriate coping methods, and finally improve their quality of life
Jin Yubin and others [9] Semi-structured interviews, case studies 115 Chemotherapy after modified radical surgery Correlation between self-efficacy and quality of life in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy Two themes were extracted: (1) There is a significant correlation between the two; (2) Medical staff should pay attention to the nursing intervention of patients, and strengthen its intensity, so as to promote the improvement of their self-efficacy and quality of life
Chen Xia et al [10]
case studies, phenomenology
100
After the first radical mastectomy
To explore the psychosocial ability and coping style of postoperative breast cancer patients, and their relationship to the quality of life
Three themes were extracted: (1) Positive psychosocial adaptability and coping styles are positively correlated with quality of life; (2) Avoidance and surrender are negatively correlated with quality of life; (3) Enhancing psychosocial adaptability and coping styles of patients, help to improve their quality of life
Liang SY et al [11]
Semi-structured interviews, case studies
152
breast cancer chemotherapy
Symptom management and self-efficacy scale for breast cancer patients
Two themes are extracted: (1) The self-management efficacy scale of breast cancer patients has high reliability and validity;(2) The structure of the self-management efficacy scale is complete
Heo SM et al [12]
semi-structured interview
415
After chemotherapy and radiotherapy
Self-management support for breast cancer patients after radiotherapy and chemotherapy
Two themes were extracted: (1) The self-management behavior ability of breast cancer patients needs continuous support; (2) Relying on others or the media to obtain information and support
Speck RM et al [13] Descriptive qualitative research, semi-structured interviews 25 receive chemotherapy Self-management of symptoms of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy in breast cancer patients Two themes were extracted: (1) chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy has negative effects;(2) self-management such as exercise and mindfulness can reduce the impact of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy
Schulman-Green D et al [14]
Semi-structured interviews, case studies
15
Transition period for patients with advanced breast cancer
Self-management and transformation of breast cancer patients
Two themes are extracted: (1) Transformation promotes positive self-management of patients;(2) Medical staff should pay attention to self-management and transformation of patients
Ran L et al [15]
Descriptive qualitative research, case study
303
Breast cancer patients undergoing treatment
Patient Self-Management Efficacy Scale
Two themes were extracted: (1) The Self-management Efficacy Scale for Breast Cancer has simultaneous validity;(2) The Self-management Efficacy Scale for Breast Cancer has high reliability and validity
Wheelock AE et al [16] Descriptive qualitative research, case study 102 Follow-up nursing after modified radical mastectomy for breast cancer Quality and efficiency of follow-up care for patients with breast cancer Three themes were distilled: (1) the time from symptom reporting to remote assessment of symptoms was quantified; (2) health care resource utilization was efficient; (3) symptom assessment was effective
Yim LS et al [17]
Semi-structured interviews, case studies
147
When breast cancer is first diagnosed
Psychological distress and self-management of newly diagnosed breast cancer patients
Two themes were extracted: (1) The physical activity of breast cancer patients was positively correlated with their stress; (2) Self-management intervention can reduce the level of psychological distress in patients
Campos RC et al [18] case studies, phenomenology 50 Treatment period after initial diagnosis of breast cancer Effects of Cancer Adaptive Psychological Strategies on Patients Three themes were extracted: (1) cancer adaptive psychological strategies have a disease-regulating effect; (2) patients’ self-criticism is related to their pain level; (3) adjustment variables directly affect the patient’s pain level on personality variables
Cimprich B et al [19] descriptive qualitative research 25 breast cancer patients after treatment Self-management program for breast cancer patients Two themes were distilled: (1) Self-management can facilitate transition after breast cancer treatment; (2) Self-management skills have practicality
Lee MK et al [20]
Semi-structured interviews, case studies
59
Breast cancer patients undergoing curative surgery
Self-management exercise and diet intervention for breast cancer patients
Two themes were extracted: (1) Web-based self-management exercise and dietary intervention can improve patients’ quality of life; (2) Patients’ self-management ability can be improved
Loh SY et al [21]
grounded theory
21
breast cancer patients after treatment
Self-efficacy of breast cancer patients under intervention
Two themes are extracted: (1) The survival rate of breast cancer patients is improved under the intervention; (2) Self-management can help improve their self-efficacy
Berg S et al [23] descriptive qualitative research 170 after breast cancer treatment Effects of adjustment after breast cancer treatment on psychological distress and empowerment One theme was extracted: Self-management intervention can improve the self-management ability of breast cancer patients
Van D et al [22]
Semi-structured interviews, case studies
100
Adjustment period after primary breast cancer treatment
Improvement of breast cancer patients under self-management intervention
Two themes were extracted: (1) Breast cancer e-health breathing trial effectively realizes self-management intervention; (2) Patients’ empowerment can be improved under self-management intervention
Fu MR et al [24]
Descriptive qualitative research, semi-structured interviews
30
Post-treatment intervention period for breast cancer patients
The effect of optimal lymphatic flow information system on self-management of breast cancer patients
One topic was extracted: Under the intervention of the optimal lymph flow information system, the self-management ability of breast cancer patients was significantly enhanced